Digital inaccessibility: Blind and low-vision people have powerful technology but still face barriers to the digital world

Assistive technology like screen readers for the blind help people with disabilities use computers and smartphones, but they can be tripped up if webpages or documents are improperly formatted.

Michele McDonnall, Research Professor of Rehabilitation Education and Research, Mississippi State University • conversation
Dec. 19, 2023 • ~8 min

Long COVID leaves newly disabled people facing old barriers – a sociologist explains

As COVID-19 survivors join the ranks of people with disabilities, they could have a long wait to get the support they need.

Laura Mauldin, Associate Professor of Women's Gender & Sexuality Studies and Human Development & Family Sciences, University of Connecticut • conversation
March 10, 2022 • ~8 min

Can employers require workers to take the COVID-19 vaccine? 6 questions answered

The federal agency in charge of enforcing discrimination laws in the workplace said 'yes,' but there are some important exceptions and limitations.

Ana Santos Rutschman, Assistant Professor of Law, Saint Louis University • conversation
Dec. 22, 2020 • ~7 min

Global disabilities map visualizes the strength and power of millions of athletes around the world

The human rights of disabled people around the globe can be accessed as an online map for sports and competition.

Carolyn Spellings, Chief of Evaluation, Research, and Accountability and Clinical Assistant Professor, University of Tennessee • conversation
Dec. 1, 2020 • ~8 min

The Americans with Disabilities Act at 30: A cause for celebration during COVID-19?

Congress needs to make sure the HEROES Act includes adequate funding for people with disabilities.

Samuel Bagenstos, Professor of Law, University of Michigan • conversation
July 26, 2020 • ~10 min

Self-driving taxis could be a setback for those with different needs – unless companies embrace accessible design now

In order to create an efficient future transportation system, autonomous vehicles need to accommodate people with different mobility needs.

John Lunsford, PhD Candidate in Media, Technology and Society, Cornell University • conversation
June 22, 2020 • ~8 min

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