Support and pride strengthens communities
Great strides have been made in recent years to make members of the LGBTQ+ community feel more welcome. LGBTQ+ refers to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), and the…
How To Be An Ally for the Disability Community
By Zane Landin There are many diverse members of the disability community — people with disabilities, allies, caretakers, caregivers, and advocates. People with disabilities have advocated for themselves in unique,…
Inclusion Day at Musikfest!
We are very excited to announce that Accessible Festivals will be presenting an Inclusion Day at Musikfest on Saturday August 7th in Bethlehem, PA in partnership with the non-profit organization ArtsQuest!…
Helping To Bridge The Gap Between Neurodivergent and Neurotypical Communication Needs
By Adam Lodestone As an Autistic (Neurodivergent, or ND) adult, I often hear Neurotypical (NT) people say that I am being rude if I interrupt them when they are speaking…
Book Review: Lulu is a Rhinoceros
By Terra Vance Lulu Is a Rhinoceros Matthew Rushin asked his mom to send my daughter Lulu is a Rhinoceros, a children’s book by record executive and justice reform activist,…
How to garden from a wheelchair
Gardening is a wonderful activity that people from all walks of life enjoy. A garden full of fresh fruits and vegetables and/or beautiful blooms can instill a sense of pride…
Introducing Inclusion Dining & Jams!
Food provides nourishment, but dining can also be an act of socialization, community, leisure and love. For many, a restaurant experience is generally a pleasurable one, but for individuals with…
Benefits of Improving Training of Law Enforcement Interactions with People with Disabilities
By Rick Hoel People with disabilities comprise the largest minority group in the United States. To effectively address this group, both from a victim and perpetrator perspective, law enforcement officers…
Research-based resolutions that will help strengthen your relationship in the year ahead
By Gary W. Lewandowski Jr. The new year is going to be better. It has to be better. Maybe you’re one of the 74% of Americans in one survey who…
Are Ticket Sales for Events Covered by the ADA?
By Benjamin Roussey Ticket sales for events are a covered activity under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). When a venue for an event provides tickets for sale to third-party…