AJ Winter 2023

Listen to this Article I’m thrilled to shine a spotlight on a remarkable individual whose journey embodies the very essence of inspiration. Ms. Yashaira “Yash” Romilus, a DeafBlind Latina traveller, has embarked on extraordinary journeys that have taken her across 31 U.S. states and to countries as diverse as Mexico, Honduras, Canada, Puerto Rico, Jamaica, […]

Listen to this Article     Mrs. Sariaj Ibrahim is a remarkable Deaf woman who travels the world to empower and uplift Deaf communities. She’s married with three grown sons and is also a proud grandmother of two. With over 30 years of dedicated involvement, she now plays a pivotal role at the Negeri Sembilan

Listen to this Article Cheyenna is a Deaf influencer and young mom. Born Deaf to a Deaf family, she was raised in Washington State and moved to British Columbia, Canada a few years ago. She has been a social media influencer since 15 years old, first starting on that journey with a friend on YouTube.

Listen to this Article Travelling is a passion that transcends boundaries, bringing people from different backgrounds and abilities together to explore the world’s wonders. For one adventurous traveller from Kenya, the journey is not just about visiting new destinations but also about breaking barriers and inspiring others. Guest Editor Angela Lynn spoke with Videliz Njoki,

Listen to this Article   “Travel is filled with memorable sights, sounds and tastes, but it is challenging!” – Diane Lisanti Diane is a resident of the bustling metropolis of New York, New York, a proud member of the Hard of Hearing community and a true Hard of Hearing Traveller. Her journey with hearing loss began

Listen to this Article   Lori has aphasia and is Hard of Hearing. She is the author of My Mother, My Voice: My Life with Aphasia.  Aphasia, as defined by the Mayo Clinic, is a disorder that affects how you communicate. It can impact your speech, as well as the way you write and understand both

Listen to this Article   When travelling solo, I often blend in seamlessly like anyone else. I sometimes find it amusing that hearing people initially try to communicate with me when I’m not looking at them, only to become frustrated or confused—until they realize I can’t hear. Upon this discovery, nervousness usually sets in, but

Listen to this Article   Here are eight empowering travel tips for people with abilities who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and/or DeafBlind, especially when travelling in a hearing world or in locations with minimal accessibility. 1. Empower yourself Take charge of your travel experience by learning about your rights, accessible resources and assistive technology

Listen to this Article Hello everyone, I’m delighted to welcome you all to the Winter edition of Accessible Journeys. I come from the fabulous city of Las Vegas, a place that never fails to excite visitors and residents alike! It’s a city known for its vibrant entertainment scene and I cherish the fact that it offers

Listen to this Article As senior editor, my job is to be a stickler for the standards set for our brand. But there’s a conundrum when I worry about when changes that might be seen as disrespecting how contributors expresses themselves. I never want to do that, quite the opposite. Editors are often caught between