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CELEBRATE GLOBAL ACCESSIBILITY AWARENESS DAY!
Celebrate Global Accessibility Day with discounted tickets to the Abilities International Accessibility Conference in Chicago, featuring CEU-approved education, hands-on workshops, and practical learning across assistive technology and CRT.
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What exists, what stinks and what’s worth the hype?
People with disabilities are tired of scattered advice, inaccessible “accessible” tech and products that don’t fit real life. We’re trying to figure out what actually works — and what doesn’t.
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How to Plan Accessible Travel That’s Smooth, Safe and Stress-Free
Accessible travel shouldn’t feel like a gamble. From unreliable accessibility information to equipment concerns and unclear policies, disabled travelers and caregivers often face stress long before the trip begins.
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Battle Cry: Advocating for Accessible Breast Cancer Screenings for Women with Disabilities
Rolling Empire’s Angela Rockwood honors the late Auti Angel and exposes barriers to breast cancer screenings through the film Battle Cry, pushing for accessible healthcare for women with disabilities.
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Costa Rica Without Limits: When Accessible Travel Becomes a Real Experience
Accessible travel in Costa Rica is no longer a compromise. Discover custom, inclusive journeys designed for comfort, confidence and connection—where every traveler can explore, relax and experience without limits.
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How to Make Your Home Safer and More Accessible for Aging in Place
Home accessibility upgrades help seniors and people with disabilities stay safe and independent. Learn how to identify risks, plan modifications and create a home that supports changing needs with confidence.
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Abilities Conference Unveils a Powerhouse Roster of Keynote Speakers
Join CRT industry leaders and clinicians at the Abilities International Accessibility Conference in Long Beach, March 26–27, and earn up to 10 CEU hours while exploring the future of accessibility.
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Fedcap’s GAMUT Management and Runway of Dreams Partner with Abilities Expo to Launch First-Ever GAMUT Seal of Approval Event in 3 Cities
Abilities Expo & Fedcap bring the Runway of Dreams adaptive fashion show and more to the GAMUT-approved Expo in LA, NY Metro and Chicago.
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A Parent’s First-Time Guide to the Abilities Expo
New to Abilities Expo? A seasoned parent shares tips for planning your visit, navigating crowds, discovering adaptive gear and making the experience fun, smooth and rewarding for the whole family.
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Coping with Unwelcome Comments as a Parent of a Child with Disabilities
Tired of awkward questions and intrusive comments? This empowering guide shares smart, real-world ways to respond, set boundaries and protect your peace while navigating daily life with a disability.
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Access Isn’t Extra: What Retail Gets Wrong (and Right) About Disability-Inclusive Shopping
Retail accessibility isn’t about compliance—it’s about usability. Learn seven practical, detail-driven ways retailers can improve physical and digital access to create welcoming, inclusive shopping experiences.