How do accommodations work (or not)?

How do accommodations work (or not)?

by | Feb 22, 2024 | Blog

In our work, we think about accessibility as a continuum, from proactive to responsive. This includes planning ahead to make environments welcoming for all (proactive) and making specific changes to environments, services, and products when someone with a disability...
Embracing Inclusive Hiring

Embracing Inclusive Hiring

by | Feb 6, 2024 | Blog

Hannah has ADHD, Mohammed has low vision, and Justin uses a wheelchair. They are all in the job search process. In today’s rapidly evolving job market, diversity and inclusion are not just buzzwords but essential components of a successful and innovative...
Corrie’s Disability Autobiography

Corrie’s Disability Autobiography

by | Jan 23, 2024 | Blog

As a learning designer and trainer, I have done a lot of consulting work in accessibility and disability in the last few years. It has been a steep learning curve as I develop language, knowledge, and skills in disability and accessibility justice. Like any topic that...
The Spirit of Community Accessibility

The Spirit of Community Accessibility

by | Jan 9, 2024 | Blog

We want to share a story about positively changing our community. Meet Rachel Bedingfield, the director of Parks and Recreation for Kentville. She’s not just about maintaining green spaces and organizing events—Rachel is also the brains behind the town’s...
Built Environment Featuring Village Works

Built Environment Featuring Village Works

by | Oct 31, 2023 | Blog

What is Built Environment Accessibility? Environments should be physically accessible to every one, no matter their abilities. Examples of built environment needs would be ramps instead of or along with stairs, elevators instead of or in addition to stairs, braille...