AJ January 2025

Listen to this Article Germany has emerged as a leader in accessible travel, making it an ideal destination for visitors with disabilities. From modern cities to medieval towns, here are some of the best accessible spots to explore across the country. Museum Island, Berlin A UNESCO World Heritage site in the heart of Berlin, Museum […]

A group of disabled and able-bodied people picnicking in front of the Berlin Historical Museum. PHOTO CREDIT: @GNTB/Jens Wegener Listen to this Article Germany’s Tourism for All initiative, supported by the German government, certifies accessible travel options across Germany. It covers various accommodations, attractions, dining facilities, and more, each independently verified to meet the needs

Listen to this Article Tim Mason doesn’t merely exist—he radiates, bursting into a space like fireworks against a midnight sky. He is a kaleidoscope of infectious energy: one moment, he’s spinning on a treadmill in the gym, defying the odds with his dancing; the next, he’s candidly sharing the complexities of his lived experiences with

Listen to this Article A musician, writer, filmmaker and broadcaster, Christa Couture wears her creativity with flair, highlighted by her prosthetic leg decorated with bold, colorful flowers—a visible symbol of her approach to the world. As a mixed Cree and Scandinavian woman, a mother, queer artist, and someone who has lived with a disability since

Listen to this Article Hülya Marquardt is a vibrant 41-year-old mother, wife and business owner living a fulfilling life in southern Germany. Born with a physical difference in her hands, Hülya’s life took an extraordinary turn at 18 when she underwent the life-changing experience of losing her legs above the knees due to sepsis. Rather

By Lorraine Woodward, www.BecomingRentABLE.com Listen to this Article When most people think about accessibility, they often think in terms of wheelchair access. Unfortunately, by doing this you exclude a huge population of people with disabilities. At Becoming rentABLE, we advocate for expanding accessibility for all types of disabilities including all mobility (wheelchair, walker, canes and

Wendy Gideon Listen to this Article MY LIMB DIFFERENCES FROM BIRTH I was born missing my right leg above the knee (born with about 1 cm of femur). This is known as congenital amputation. In addition, I also have limb differences in my left hand and arm. I was born with syndactyly of the fingers

Talli Osborne Listen to this Article Canadian, Talli Osborne, is a vivacious spirit with an unrelenting zest for life. With her unapologetic individuality, she confidently turns personal hurdles into platforms of empowerment. With a dynamic career that spans motivational speaking, singing with punk rock bands and acting, Talli’s electric personality shines the moment you meet

Miriam Osborne in Cuba Listen to this Article If you’ve ever seen life as a series of challenges and victories woven together, Miriam Osborne’s story is the lens that would sharpen the focus and deepen the hue. An editor at The Toronto Star, avid traveller and advocate at heart, what makes Miriam Osborne’s story unique

Lisa Butler Listen to this Article Some people blend in seamlessly when they travel, soaking up cultures, cuisines and sunsets, unobtrusively. Others—sometimes unintentionally—travel and stand out. When Lisa Butler packs her bags, her invisible checklist isn’t just about passports, snacks, or car seat logistics. It’s about setting a tone. A confident posture, a ready smile,