How raising a child with Down syndrome taught Hayley Newman about love, joy and inclusion

Listen to this Article When Hayley talks about her daughter Natty, her voice carries both steadiness and laughter. It’s the sound of someone who has weathered shock, learned fast, and chosen to share what she knows so others might feel less afraid. Years ago, when Natty arrived in their Cornwall home, Hayley’s world changed in […]

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Social attitudes and representation of
disability in the Philippines

By Lucky Mae Fornoles Listen to this Article By Lucky Mae Fornoles Attitudinal barriers, media portrayals, and a lack of awareness are factors that contribute to the stigma and stereotypes about disability, both worldwide and in the Philippines. These stigmas and stereotypes stem from misconceptions and superstitions that discriminate against and limit opportunities for persons

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The Power of Inclusion and Belonging:
My Journey as Ms. Nevada Corporate America 2025

By Angela Lynn Angela Lynn Listen to this Article I am Angela Lynn, Ms. Nevada Corporate America 2025. I’m a Deaf global advocate, educator, and talk show host who uses my platform, The Angela Lynn Show, to champion inclusion and belonging across Deaf and hearing communities. In this inspiring piece, I share my journey from

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Q&A with Bug Cru

Listen to this Article Do you find that your disability shapes the themes or subjects that come up in your work? Yes, the purpose of making art for me is expression, reflection, connection and communication. Visual art has the power to communicate beyond words. Being someone with autism, brain fog, and mild speech impediments artwork

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Assistive device from Steadiwear gives people with tremors steadier hands and independence

Listen to this Article Emile Maamary Mark Elias When Emile Maamary talks about Steadiwear, there’s a spark in his voice that catches your attention right away. He’s not pushing another shiny gadget or hiding behind buzzwords. He’s speaking from a place that feels real, talking about giving control back to hands that have forgotten what

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The Mobility Unlimited Hub expands global reach with second cohort of changemakers

Listen to this Article Morgan Lorimer When people are free to move, they can fully realize their potential. That simple belief sits at the core of the Mobility Unlimited Hub, a program funded by the Toyota Mobility Foundation and delivered by MaRS Discovery District. In its second cohort, the team led by Morgan Lorimer, senior manager

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GiveVision’s wearable tech helps people with low vision see live events in a whole new way

Moonshine Photographer | England vs Wales, Principality Stadium Listen to this Article Imagine sitting in a stadium packed with sound, colour and motion, yet only being able to catch fragments of the scene. That’s the reality for millions living with low vision who love live events but can’t fully see them. GiveVision, a London-based company

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Tidbits October 15, 2025

Listen to this Article LOOKING FOR DISABILITY-FRIENDLY DESTINATIONS? Arizona, the Grand Canyon State Lansing, Michigan Visit Lauderdale Penticton, BC Friuli Venezia Giulia The Palm Beaches  WANT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO? Check out Able Eyes MORE TRAVEL DEALS? Check out accessibleGO Click here to subscribe to Tidbits Do you have something to share? Email Marina Apperley at tidbits@readmelange.com  

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