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TV BRA is a groundbreaking Norwegian news station where all reporters are either autistic or have learning disabilities. The station produces a weekly one-hour magazine program that covers news, entertainment, and sports, streamed on major platforms like TV2 Play and accessible through TV BRA’s app …
4 days ago · From Assistive Technology Blog
Oscar-winning actress Rachel Shenton has launched an innovative video podcast series called “Shaping Tomorrow,” designed to celebrate diversity and amplify deaf voices. The four-part series features fascinating conversations between deaf and hearing professionals, including a deaf archit…
11 days ago · From Assistive Technology Blog
Dr. Jaimie Borisoff, a Paralympic gold medalist in wheelchair basketball and director of BCIT’s MAKE+ applied research group, is leading a team to compete in Cybathlon 2024 in Switzerland. This unique competition promotes the development of assistive technologies for people with disabilities. …
10.10.2024 · From Assistive Technology Blog
In a world where over 1 billion people live with disabilities, the need for innovative accessibility solutions has never been greater. The EPICS in IEEE Access and Abilities Competition, held in 2023, showcased the ingenuity and compassion of engineering students worldwide as they tackled pressing a…
23.09.2024 · From Assistive Technology Blog
Natural Bridge State Park in Virginia has made history by becoming the first U.S. state park to install the RightHear Accessibility system, significantly enhancing the experience for blind and visually impaired visitors. This innovative technology allows users to access audio instructions and direct…
19.09.2024 · From Assistive Technology Blog
In the world of Paralympic sports, every moment tells a story of determination, passion, and the indomitable human spirit. From the poolside celebrations of victorious swimmers to the intense clashes on the rugby court, these Games showcase athleticism in its purest form. Take, for instance, the …
14.09.2024 · From Assistive Technology Blog
Neive Tierney, a landscape architect with a unique blend of ecological expertise and holistic wellness principles, recently took on a challenging project that beautifully showcases her innovative approach to garden design. Neive is known for creating spaces that support both local ecosystems and her…
13.09.2024 · From Assistive Technology Blog
Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights is breaking new ground in accessibility with its “A Quiet Place” themed haunted house. For the first time, the attraction incorporates American Sign Language (ASL) to create an authentic experience that reflects the deaf community. This in…
02.09.2024 · From Assistive Technology Blog
Dancing Dreams is a nonprofit program that provides dance opportunities for children and teens with physical and medical challenges. The program began when pediatric physical therapist Joann Ferrara was inspired by a 4-year-old girl with Cerebral Palsy who wished to be a dancer. Moved by the girl…
23.08.2024 · From Assistive Technology Blog
In Shanghai, a unique event called “BassBath” is creating a rare but powerful space where deaf and hearing music lovers come together. Despite recent efforts in China to enhance inclusivity in education and daily life, nightlife and entertainment events tailored to deaf people remain scarce. The “Ba…
16.08.2024 · From Assistive Technology Blog