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Tidbits August 15, 2025

Banner for Mélange Accessibility Tidbits newsletter. The word 'mélange' is in orange and green, and 'Accessibility Tidbits' is in bold black and outlined orange text on a yellow background with textured yellow corners.

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Screenshot of the Accessibility Tidbits newsletter dated August 15, 2025. The newsletter's welcome message highlights topics like advocacy, tech, and practical accessibility wins. The 'Also in this issue:' section lists five articles: 'Be My Eyes and Amtrak Partner...', 'Classifying AI-Powered prediction models...', 'Our Disabled Future: Bianca', 'Accessibility Assistant for Figma...', and 'Art exhibit showcases...'. The bottom of the screenshot shows a photo of the editor, Marina Apperley.
A couple in white robes stands on the balcony of a bright hotel suite, looking out at the vast ocean. The hotel room has a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the balcony.
A man in a wheelchair sits at a conference table, smiling and engaged in a conversation with his colleagues during a meeting. The image is part of an article about workplace accessibility.
An illustration of a large, diverse crowd of people, including individuals in wheelchairs, representing different ages, abilities, and ethnicities.
Three children stand on a bridge, looking out at a serene landscape with a green valley and trees.
The exterior of a multi-story brick building with the name 'The Schoolhouse Hotel' on its facade.
A man in a wheelchair, Casey Harrell, is shown with wires attached to his head as he looks up and away from the camera. The image illustrates a story about a new brain implant.
A person holds up a smartphone to film a woman standing next to a large sign that reads, 'We show the world accessible can be beautiful. Join Us.
A woman with her face buried in her hands, appearing distressed. The image illustrates a column about a woman who is mocked for using a parasol due to a disability.
A woman with glasses and dark hair, wearing a light-colored top, smiles while sitting on a couch. The image is from an article about an LSU grad.
A bright, spacious hotel lobby with modern furniture and a colorful, patterned rug. The image is for a sponsored post about an accessible beach resort.
A graphic of a blue house with the text 'Aging-in-Place Expo' and details about the event, including the date, time, and location.
A two-story Italian building with a balcony and a patio area surrounded by trees and greenery. The image is for an article about a new partnership for accessible publishing.
Two people on four-wheeled adaptive mountain bikes ride on a dirt path through a lush forest. The image is for a sponsored post about accessible mountain biking trails.
A woman, Sam Bowen, smiles at the camera as she and a child in a wheelchair play with colorful, translucent shapes on a light table.
A graphic of a smart TV displaying a streaming app menu, surrounded by various remote controls. The image illustrates an article about smart TV accessibility features.

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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.

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