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The image shows a sleek, black mobility aid, possibly a rollator or walker, with a modern and ergonomic design. It features four wheels, a seat, and handles equipped with controls, suggesting some advanced functionality. The design looks sturdy and practical, with a focus on both mobility and support for users. The logo "RAYMEX Lift" is displayed in the upper right corner, indicating the brand of the product. The background appears to be a clean, modern kitchen setting with neutral tones, emphasizing a lifestyle context for the product.

The RAYMEX Lift is set to revolutionize mobility

Raymex Lift Listen to this Article   Technology’s true purpose is to enrich human lives in profound and meaningful ways. Amid sleek gadgets and complex systems, a groundbreaking product is set to revolutionize mobility aids for the elderly and those with mobility challenges. Founded by Tracey McGillivray and then-mechanical engineering student Liam Maaskant, the RAYMEXTM Lift epitomizes

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The image shows a modern cityscape featuring tall glass buildings. In the foreground, there's a prominent high-rise structure with a sleek, reflective glass facade, which appears to be the focal point. The building is rectangular with sharp, clean lines and has several terraces and sections that step inward. It is surrounded by other high-rise buildings, some of which have a mix of glass and concrete exteriors. The street below shows a small number of vehicles and pedestrians, and there is a park with green spaces and trees in the bottom left of the image.

MaRS Discovery District & Toyota Mobility Foundation: Innovating active mobility for a better future

MaRS West Tower exterior Listen to this Article   Ian McCarter Director, Corporate Innovation MaRS Discovery District Let us delve into the remarkable collaboration between the MaRS Discovery District and the Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF), a partnership that is redefining the landscape of innovation. If you are interested in understanding how the future of technology

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The image shows a promotional graphic featuring a woman in black and white, dressed in a houndstooth-patterned blazer with a high-neck black top underneath. The background consists of a bold, gradient design with shades of pink, red, and white, containing geometric circles and patterns. The top right corner has the text "100 WOMEN," and the bottom left corner features the "BBC NEWS" logo. The design is clean and modern, emphasizing the subject's significance as part of the "100 Women" initiative.

Disability advocate, Marijeta Mojasevic, of the 100 most influential women in the world

Listen to this Article   Meet Marijeta Mojasevic Marijeta lives in Montenegro, a small country in Europe, which has been undergoing various transitions over the past few decades. The area of human rights has developed as a result of democratic processes, particularly concerning the rights of vulnerable groups. After acquiring a disability more than twenty

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Four people are posing in the image. One of them, seated in a wheelchair, wears a purple "Local Guides" shirt, while the other three stand around them, smiling. Two of them are holding up white t-shirts that say "ELEVATORS ARE FOR EVERYONE" in blue, accompanied by icons representing accessibility for people of all abilities. The group appears to be in a public or conference setting, with red carpeting and visible lanyards on some of the individuals, suggesting they are participating in an event.

Finding voice, paths to understanding, and accessible routes

By Saada Branker Listen to this Article   In 2017, the Disability Rights Advocates (DRA) launched two lawsuits against New York City’s Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) on behalf of a coalition of disability rights groups. The suit accused the authority of systemic exclusion of disabled individuals and elevator maintenance neglect. Sasha Blair-Goldensohn was one of

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Accessibility for All magazine August 2024: Editor’s Note

Listen to this Article   Welcome to the latest issue of Accessibility for All, a magazine dedicated to celebrating the diverse experiences, talents and stories of people with disabilities. As we continue to grow and evolve, our mission remains steadfast: to provide a platform that amplifies voices and challenges stereotypes while cultivating a sense of community

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