Not only is her artwork stunningly beautiful (IMHO), but she creates it using a head wand and computer! Monique Harris has cerebral palsy, but that hasn’t stopped her from obtaining an associates degree in business and running two businesses of her own–Monique’s Magnets (artwork) and Communications @ Ease (communication tools for people with speech impairments). In fact it provides inspiration …
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Since 1974, Computer Technologies Program has provided over one million hours of training and support for thousands of people with disabilities taking steps toward their career goals. We work hand-in-hand with the Department of Rehabilitation so there is no cost for our program’s participants and they have access to a wide range of support services.
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Two Heartfelt Thank You’s
Like many nonprofit organizations, we have had to grow and expand our business in order to continue to deliver the best vocational services to our students. And while the business aspect of that growth is absolutely essential, our primary focus has been on curriculum development and execution. That’s why it’s so great to have people like Sean Kenmore, Secretary of …
Read More »The iPad Project
The Center for Accessible Technologies (Berkeley, CA) has an exciting new program for people with speech disabilities called The iPad Project. They have created a lending library of iPads and iPod Touches that are loaded with over 100 AAC (Augmentative and Assistive Communication) apps that turn the devices into communication tools. Prior to The iPad Program, you had to purchase …
Read More »Ever Dream of Working for NASA?
Well, it turns out the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center has become a model employer for people with disabilities. From recruitment through retention, this agency shines! I mean, they even provide a popular “Power and Privilege” series where employees can learn about disability history and discuss disability related issues! Find out more in Kareem Dale’s blog, called NASA Goddard Space …
Read More »Text Books for People with Print Disabilities
Founded in 1948, Learning Ally’s original mission was to enable blinded World War II veterans to attend college, but over time it has expanded to serve a complete spectrum of individuals for whom reading is a barrier to learning. Today Learning Ally serves more than 200,000 K-12, college and graduate students, as well as veterans and working professionals. Learning Ally …
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