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Experiencing a New Type of Hope
If you’ve read the Ablr newsletter before, you know that June is my favorite month, and it’s all because of the NBA Draft! As a… Read More »Experiencing a New Type of Hope
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Accessibility Shouldn’t Be an Afterthought | Catalyst Education on Building Better EdTech: Access Granted Episode 32
What happens when a commitment to accessibility gets baked into a company’s DNA from day one? In this episode of Access Granted, Mike sits down with Jamie Caras, CEO of Catalyst Education, and Mandy Dark, product owner, to talk about what accessibility commitment looks like inside a company that serves a quarter million students a year.
Behind the Caseload: How Curiosity, CrossFit, and Compassion Shaped Jennifer Alexander’s Approach to Counseling
When I spoke with Jennifer Alexander, I expected to learn more about the daily life of a vocational rehabilitation counselor. What I didn’t expect was… Read More »Behind the Caseload: How Curiosity, CrossFit, and Compassion Shaped Jennifer Alexander’s Approach to Counseling
Ablr Goes Beyond Empathy at TechFest North Carolina
Last week, the Ablr team had the opportunity to participate in NC Tech’s inaugural TechFest North Carolina event. When we were invited to host an… Read More »Ablr Goes Beyond Empathy at TechFest North Carolina
How Sam Seavey Built ‘The Blind Life’ and Changed Accessibility Online: Access Granted Episode 31
At age 11, Sam Seavey was diagnosed with Stargardt disease, a juvenile form of macular degeneration. In this episode of Access Granted, Mike sits down with Sam, the creator of the influential YouTube channel “The Blind Life,” to discuss his 30-year journey from his roots in Raleigh, North Carolina, to becoming a leading voice in assistive technology.
From “Never Seeing the Light of Day” to Finding His Voice in Accessibility
A conversation with Jabien Corpening When I sat down with Jabien Corpening, I expected to hear about accessibility, career goals, and what comes next after… Read More »From “Never Seeing the Light of Day” to Finding His Voice in Accessibility
Title II Extension – What this actually means for you
The Department of Justice has extended the Title II compliance timeline by an additional 12 months for public entities. Let’s explore what this really means for you and your organization.
Why We Can’t Be Left Behind – and Why we Won’t!
Before we launched our workforce readiness programs at Ablr, I immersed myself in everything I could find about disability employment. Around 2019, one piece of… Read More »Why We Can’t Be Left Behind – and Why we Won’t!
Climbing New Heights: A Conversation with Leah Grosjean
Leah’s story does not follow a traditional storyline. One of the key takeaways I have found working here at Ablr is that most of our… Read More »Climbing New Heights: A Conversation with Leah Grosjean
When People Take Advantage of Your Blindness
If someone has ever used your blindness against you, then you’re well aware of how it can chip away at your sense of safety and… Read More »When People Take Advantage of Your Blindness