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Welcome to this issue of Accessibility for All, where we celebrate the individuality of the disability community. We share stories that challenge stereotypes, inspire connection, and amplify voices that too often go unheard.
In these pages, you’ll find stories that reveal not only the barriers that exist but also the brilliance that rises in overcoming them. On the cover, Capella Design’s accessible hotel suite at the 2025 Interior Design Show Vancouver proves that accessibility can be beautiful, setting a new standard for inclusive design that welcomes everyone with elegance and intention. From innovative design to artists reshaping representation and advocates driving policy change, we continue to witness how disability is transforming culture in every field imaginable.
This issue celebrates belonging: the spaces, relationships, and stories that remind us we all have a place. Deaf advocate Angela Lynn shares her journey as Ms. Nevada Corporate America 2025, while the Mobility Unlimited Hub expands its global reach with a new cohort of changemakers. Matthew Medeiros, offers a powerful reflection on being part of both the 2SLGBTQI+ and disability communities, exploring why representation of queer people with disabilities in media and travel matters.
World-renowned photographer Vicky Roy and advocate Ferose VR remind us that Everyone Is Good at Something. Their story highlights that ability comes in many forms, each deserving recognition and respect.
We also feature Thembelihle Ngcai, whose work is reshaping how South Africa sees disability, and Lucy Edwards, who reminds us that blindness is simply another attribute. The Axis Project, founded by George Gallego, has empowered countless individuals to regain strength and independence. After being forced to relocate, the center now seeks support through a $250,000 fundraising campaign to rebuild and reopen, ensuring this one-of-a-kind space continues to thrive. Please support.
And there’s more inside: stories of innovation, advocacy, and pride that remind us why every voice matters. Thank you for being part of this vibrant community. Wherever you are reading from, know that your story matters here.
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