Creating an Accessible Conference Room Space
Did you know that Americans spend an average of five hours per week sitting in meetings? In fact, nearly 11 million meetings happen in the U.S. every single day. While most of those meetings are happening virtually right now, many people will eventually be going back to working in office settings. Creating conference rooms that […]
3 Groundbreaking Technologies Helping the Blind Community
The blind and low-vision community in the United States comprises about 8.4 million people. This group is one that can benefit the most from new technologies. Assistive technology for smartphones, tablets, and computers have been improving for years but they are not the only advancements that give this community freedom to move about and participate […]
Remote ASL Interpretation vs In-Person ASL Interpretation
Deaf and Hard of Hearing people have a few different options for communicating in the workplace or at events. Some prefer real-time transcription services while others may favor text phones and video relay services. However, one of the most effective means of communication for Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals is sign language interpretation. An […]
Understanding What Reasonable Accommodation Means
Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, all employees have a right to reasonable accommodations to do their jobs. While this act empowers people with disabilities to be successful and even excel in the workplace, the term “reasonable accommodation” is vague. Simply put, a reasonable accommodation is a change or addition to a typical process that […]
Become a Leader in Accessibility
Creating a work environment that values accessibility for all employees is more important than ever. We are working towards a world where everyone is able to participate in the workplace and have equal access to information and resources. If becoming a leader in accessibility is a goal for your organization, the tips below can help […]
3 Ways Strategic Communications Help Align Your Organization
When you approach client, customer, and even employee communications without a specific strategy or goal, it can cause confusion and result in misinformation. That’s why having a plan in place for internal and external communications is critical. Creating a strategic communications plan with your executive team and other organization leaders can help align your organization […]
Creating Accessibility for Your Remote Workforce
Across the globe, teams are operating remotely. Some organizations are not new to remote work while others are having to adapt to a whole new method of communication. For employees with diversabilities (diverse abilities), working remotely has pros and cons. There are often fewer distractions in a home office space, but unique challenges can still […]
How to Create a Workplace Diversity & Inclusion Program
Diversity and inclusion may not be at the top of your mind with so many employees working remotely right now. However, it is more important than ever to take your inclusion efforts seriously. Employees need to feel supported by their superiors in this tumultuous time – and creating an environment that fosters inclusion is one […]
Video Remote Interpreting for American Sign Language
Everyone worldwide is doing their best to weather the COVID-19 storm. People are sheltering-in-place to keep others safe and are attempting to live somewhat normal lives while working and conducting business from home. Though this is undoubtedly the best method for keeping millions of people safe, there are repercussions — especially for the Diversability (diverse […]
Accommodations for Blind and Low Vision Employees
Providing accommodations for blind and low vision employees is not just a privilege for these members of your staff, it is a right. People who do not have full vision should have the same access to company resources as the rest of your team. When you hire a person who is blind or has low […]