@IHCDesign

We are driven to advancing the role of #design in expanding opportunity and experience for all ages and abilities.

 Boston, MA
humancentereddesign.org
Joined October 2011
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Every day, we should continue to make and remake the world a more inclusive place. In honor of #GAAD, we've compiled empowering narratives from individuals with disabilities, spanning from battling ableism and injustice to discovering joy and purpose. apple.co/GAADBooks
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It's Global Accessibility Awareness Day! Adding descriptive transcripts to videos helps Deafblind people and others who process information through text. Share this tip. Happy #GAAD! #Accessibility #a11y 1/6
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Join BCIL next week Thursday, May 16 as we celebrate 50 years! A virtual forum “Wins, Lessons & What’s Next for Independent Living” will be held from 1 to 4 PM ET. Register at bit.ly/BCIL50yrsIL ASL & CART will be available.
Flyer announcing “Wins, Lessons & What’s Next for Independent Living” May 16, 2024 from 1 to 4 PM ET, a virtual conversation. Keynote speaker is Maria Town of American Association of People with Disabilities. ASL & CART will be available. Registration link is https://bit.ly/BCIL50yrsIL Includes photos, names and affiliation for the Keynote, Panelists and Moderators. Information can be found on the registration page.

ALT Flyer announcing “Wins, Lessons & What’s Next for Independent Living” May 16, 2024 from 1 to 4 PM ET, a virtual conversation. Keynote speaker is Maria Town of American Association of People with Disabilities. ASL & CART will be available. Registration link is https://bit.ly/BCIL50yrsIL Includes photos, names and affiliation for the Keynote, Panelists and Moderators. Information can be found on the registration page.

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London or Paris? Accessible pedestrian signals feel different across the channel, with their own pros and cons. Which style do you prefer and why? Descriptive transcript below. youtu.be/ZXPpo2fImTA?si=0Wzi…
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🎉 HelpAge Tanzania launched earlier this month 🇹🇿 They are committed to championing the rights and well-being of older people and people with disabilities in Tanzania. CEO Smart Daniel shares his reflections and his aspirations. ow.ly/OktS50RnL9r
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@MBTA10 Apr 2024
This week, we launched a pilot to redesign bus stop signs in an effort to improve their accessibility and visibility. This bus stop signage pilot comes in advance of anticipated bus service changes to come as part of the Bus Network Redesign Program. 🔗 ow.ly/Mt1G50Rci2L
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Our friends at @NewEnglandADA are hiring!
IHCDesign@IHCDesign9 Apr 2024
Join our team as ADA Trainer/Information & Outreach Coordinator at the New England ADA Center. Conduct trainings on all ADA Titles, provide technical assistance, outreach, and staff conferences. Full-time with benefits and a hybrid schedule. Learn more: humancentereddesign.org/news…
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@coordown15 Mar 2024
If we have positive assumptions about people with Down syndrome, we'll give them more opportunities. And maybe these positive assumptions will become reality. #AssumeThatICan #WDSD24 #WorldDownSyndromeDay #EndTheStereotypes
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If you can’t read #Braille, what do you think of reading a robot hand? #TatumRobotics has developed this signing hand, expanding #accessibility choices for #Deafblind people. Video description below. #CSUN24 1/5 #a11y
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#EatingDisorders are serious and treatable. Knowing your rights through your workplace mental health benefits can help you take a first step! Understand your coverage with our resources: dol.gov/agencies/ebsa/about-… Call us for help: (866) 444-3272 #EatingDisordersAwarenessWeek
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Meet the Board! 📸 Taryn Williams is a Federal Board Member and serves as Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy at @USDOL. She advises the Secretary of Labor on how the Department’s policies and programs impact the employment of people with #disabilities.
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Claudia Gordon, 1st Deaf Black woman lawyer in US. She is an advocate for #PwD and other marginalized communities. She is the former Senior Policy Advisor for Homeland Security, former Nat'l Black Deaf advocates VP and former White House Public Engagement Advisor. #BlackHistory
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Upcoming learning opportunity with @IHCDesign featuring former @ADASymposium keynote speaker, Chris Downey! Join the discussion about power of design in social equity, value of participatory design & media. #AccessibleDesign
IHCDesign@IHCDesign9 Feb 2024
RSVP for our webcast on Feb. 22! eventbrite.com/e/designing-i… In this webcast, we introduce an expanded education commitment. By sharing the experiences of architects, Chris Downey & Deepak KC, we'll demonstrate: power of design in social equity, value of participatory design & media.
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Upcoming FREE learning opportunity with @IHCDesign featuring former #ADASymposium keynote, architect Chris Downey - happening February 22! Register - eventbrite.com/e/designing-i…

Designing Inclusively, Educating Globally with Architects

IHCD introduces an expanded education commitment to explore the power of design in social equity and cultural exchange.

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IHCDesign@IHCDesign9 Feb 2024
RSVP for our webcast on Feb. 22! eventbrite.com/e/designing-i… In this webcast, we introduce an expanded education commitment. By sharing the experiences of architects, Chris Downey & Deepak KC, we'll demonstrate: power of design in social equity, value of participatory design & media.
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Morénike Giwa Onaiwu: Global advocate, disabled person of color, non-binary woman, and parent of children on the spectrum. Her work spans disability advocacy, education and parenting, exemplifying the intersectionality within the disability community. shorturl.at/blnT8
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Today marks six months since we published the final rule for our Public Right-of-Way Accessibility Guidelines (#PROWAG)! 🚸 If you missed it, then click here to read up on what the guidelines cover, & the importance of #accessible pedestrian facilities: access-board.gov/news/2023/0…
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Harvard is hosting Comedians with Disabilities Act, a community event February 8th at 6 PM EST. Join for a laugh virtually or in person. Register at harvard.zoom.us/webinar/regi… #PwD #InclusionMatters #Community #PwD
Comedians with Disabilities Act Show-Join us Feb 8 at 6 pm in Smith Campus Center for laughter, refreshments and Community. Event will also be streamed

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Leroy F Moore Jr. is an African American writer, poet, community activist and feminist who has CP. He is the founder of Krip-Hop Nation, the Co/Founder of Sins Invalid, a member of National Black Disability Coalition, and journalist. shorturl.at/boFHV #BlackHistoryMonth
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“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere. We are caught in an inescapable network of mutuality, tied in a single garment of destiny. Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly.” #MLKDay #MLK95 #MLK
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Dr. #MartinLutherKingJr was born #OnThisDay in 1929. We're honored to celebrate his legacy today with our annual MLK Day Open House in partnership with @CitizensBank, offering free admission for Massachusetts residents!
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