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Tidbits April 15 2025

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the introduction to the Accessibility Tidbits newsletter, written by Editor Marina Apperley. It highlights stories on Robert Wickens' return to racing, accessible film sets, inclusive home products from IKEA, disability representation in entertainment, and policy issues affecting disabled people. At the bottom is a headshot of Marina Apperley, with her name and title below.
A woman using a wheelchair is pushed through an airport terminal by a companion, with luggage in tow. Signage for baggage storage and parking is visible above. Next to the image is a sponsored article titled 'Can you take a walker on a plane?' explaining airline policies on mobility aids.
A news article featuring a photo of race car driver Robert Wickens sitting in a wheelchair, dressed in a racing suit. The headline reads, "Robert Wickens will set new milestone at Long Beach 7 years after being paralyzed." The article explains that Wickens, paralyzed from the waist down after an IndyCar crash, will compete in the IMSA WeatherTech SportsCar Championship on April 12, 2025, in Long Beach, California. He will use a hand-controlled driving system to co-drive a Corvette Z06 GT3.R, showcasing innovation and resilience in motorsport.
A news article featuring a smiling woman holding a young child outdoors. The headline reads, "Parents of deafblind boy question inclusion policies for kids with complex disability." The article shares the story of an Australian mother advocating for her deaf and blind son, expressing concerns about the lack of one-on-one support in schools. It highlights the challenges of inclusive education without adequate resources, which can limit the effectiveness of inclusion for children with complex disabilities.
Open prescription pad with a label showing the drug "Tolebrutinib" next to a closed blue medical book titled "MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS." Beside the image is a news headline reading, "Experimental drug shown to slow multiple sclerosis disability," along with a summary about a study showing the drug delays disability progression in SPMS patients by 31%. https://www.upi.com/Health_News/2025/04/09/tolebrutinib-multiple-sclerosis-experimental-drug-reseaarch-FDA/7721744219634/
Aerial view of the Armstrong Air & Space Museum in Wapakoneta, Ohio, showing its distinctive white dome and red jet display near a parking lot. Next to the image is a news headline reading, "Armstrong Museum open house showcases accessibility app," with a summary about the museum's new indoor navigation system aimed at improving accessibility. An open house event is scheduled for Tuesday, April 15, from 3 to 5 p.m.
Group photo of the cast of the Canadian comedy series "You're My Hero," including creator Sean Towgood seated in a wheelchair, smiling with other diverse cast members standing around him in a warmly decorated setting. Next to the image is a headline reading, "Creator and star of You're My Hero portrays the comical side of living with a disability," with a summary highlighting how the show uses humor to depict life with cerebral palsy and challenge stereotypes.
A news article headline with an image of an IKEA store. The headline reads, "IKEA launches new line of accessible home products that don't sacrifice style for function." The article mentions that on April 2, IKEA launched BÅSINGEN, a collection of accessible home products that blend functionality with a minimalist aesthetic, aiming to make stylish and inclusive home design more widely available.
Screenshot of a news article featuring a WordPress plugin interface on the left and a headline on the right. The headline reads, "The web’s biggest accessibility crisis (and how WordPress users can fix it)." The article discusses Ally, a free accessibility plugin by Elementor, which helps WordPress users improve web accessibility in a simple and cost-effective way. It emphasizes making inclusivity easier for site owners.
A news article with an image of three people interacting on a staircase set, including a girl in a wheelchair. The headline reads, "‘Out of My Mind’ star Phoebe-Rae Taylor on DMing co-star Jennifer Aniston and how the film’s accessible set was a ‘breath of fresh air’." The article highlights 16-year-old Phoebe-Rae Taylor’s role in the Disney+ film Out of My Mind, emphasizing authentic disability representation and the importance of an inclusive film production environment.

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Cover of the April 2025 issue of mélange Accessible Journeys magazine. A smiling woman sits in a motorized wheelchair outdoors, holding a small dog in her arms. She has shoulder-length light brown hair and is wearing a light blue shirt and dark pants. The dog is a Yorkshire Terrier. Behind them are trees and a sidewalk. The headline reads, "Timeless tips and tales from SENIOR TRAVELLERS." The magazine's title is displayed prominently at the top in bold blue text.
A magazine cover of "mélange" with the tagline "Accessibility for All," dated February 2025. The cover features a large 3D yellow "I AM" sculpture with black Indigenous artwork details, set against a mountainous outdoor background. Headlines include topics on accessibility, leadership, community inclusion, and the Invictus Games Vancouver-Whistler 2025. Other highlighted stories mention special needs advocacy, disability in medicine, and personal struggles turned into community advocacy. The bottom of the cover displays event details for the Invictus Games, happening from February 8-16, 2025.
A magazine cover titled "mélange Accessible Journeys," dated January 2025. The headline reads, "Navigating the world with LIMB DIFFERENCES" in bold black and pink text. The image features a woman with limb differences confidently posing in a park. She is wearing sunglasses, a black dress, and has pink highlights in her hair, standing in a sunny green garden with a blue sky in the background. A hula hoop rests on her shoulder, emphasizing her individuality and confidence. A barcode is located in the bottom left corner.
Cover of Mélange magazine, November 2024 issue, titled 'Accessibility for All.' The cover features aerialist and performer Jen Bricker-Bauer performing in mid-air, holding silk fabric with strength and grace. She is dressed in a shimmering gold costume, embodying resilience and empowerment. Text highlights include an interview with Bricker-Bauer on 'rewriting the rules of success,' a Q&A with Keely Cat-Wells, founder and CEO of Making Space, and insights from Bernadine Fox on overcoming trauma. Additional topics on the cover include how Vet Tix supports veterans' mental health, the Port Protect invention, and The Axis Project's 'Race for a Reason' accessibility initiative

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