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Investing in Vision Care Yields High Economic Returns
A new report finds that a $7.1 billion investment in six key vision care interventions could generate $200 billion in economic returns by 2030, improving the lives of millions.
Investing in Vision Care Yields High Economic Returns
A new report finds that a $7.1 billion investment in six key vision care interventions could generate $200 billion in economic returns by 2030, improving the lives of millions.
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40% Bias Score
Thuringia to Improve Accessibility in Tourism
The Thuringian state parliament is discussing improvements to tourism infrastructure to better accommodate people with disabilities, aiming to boost the sector economically and socially.
Thuringia to Improve Accessibility in Tourism
The Thuringian state parliament is discussing improvements to tourism infrastructure to better accommodate people with disabilities, aiming to boost the sector economically and socially.
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36% Bias Score
PoolPod" Improves Accessibility to Swimming for Disabled People in Glasgow
In Glasgow, Scotland, a "PoolPod" lift at Scotstoun pool is improving accessibility for disabled swimmers, enabling individuals with disabilities to participate in aquatic activities and experience health benefits.
PoolPod" Improves Accessibility to Swimming for Disabled People in Glasgow
In Glasgow, Scotland, a "PoolPod" lift at Scotstoun pool is improving accessibility for disabled swimmers, enabling individuals with disabilities to participate in aquatic activities and experience health benefits.
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32% Bias Score
Notts County Improves Accessibility for Disabled Fans with Sensory Packs
Notts County Football Club introduced sensory packs for fans with additional needs, improving accessibility at Meadow Lane stadium, based on a fan's initiative and experience.
Notts County Improves Accessibility for Disabled Fans with Sensory Packs
Notts County Football Club introduced sensory packs for fans with additional needs, improving accessibility at Meadow Lane stadium, based on a fan's initiative and experience.
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12% Bias Score
Apple's Emmy-Nominated "Heartstrings" Campaign Spotlights Hearing Health
Apple's "Heartstrings" campaign, a two-minute film about a father, daughter, and guitar, garnered over 51 million YouTube views and a billion total impressions, achieving an 89% completion rate and earning an Emmy nomination; the campaign's success highlights the cultural significance of addressing ...
Apple's Emmy-Nominated "Heartstrings" Campaign Spotlights Hearing Health
Apple's "Heartstrings" campaign, a two-minute film about a father, daughter, and guitar, garnered over 51 million YouTube views and a billion total impressions, achieving an 89% completion rate and earning an Emmy nomination; the campaign's success highlights the cultural significance of addressing ...
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44% Bias Score
Ray-Ban Meta Glasses and Nuance Audio: Inclusive Design Reshapes Accessibility
Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses and EssilorLuxottica's Nuance Audio hearing glasses, while distinct products, both exemplify a movement toward inclusive design by integrating assistive technology into everyday items, improving accessibility for millions with hearing or visual impairments, particularly ...
Ray-Ban Meta Glasses and Nuance Audio: Inclusive Design Reshapes Accessibility
Meta's Ray-Ban smart glasses and EssilorLuxottica's Nuance Audio hearing glasses, while distinct products, both exemplify a movement toward inclusive design by integrating assistive technology into everyday items, improving accessibility for millions with hearing or visual impairments, particularly ...
Progress
36% Bias Score
UK Disability Grant Cuts Threaten Businesses
Reductions to the UK's Access to Work scheme are jeopardizing the livelihoods of disabled entrepreneurs and businesses employing disabled people, forcing some to close and others to face significant financial strain.
UK Disability Grant Cuts Threaten Businesses
Reductions to the UK's Access to Work scheme are jeopardizing the livelihoods of disabled entrepreneurs and businesses employing disabled people, forcing some to close and others to face significant financial strain.
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24% Bias Score
Caption with Intention": Revolutionizing Deaf-Accessible Movie Subtitling
Caption with Intention", a new subtitling system developed by FCB, Chicago Hearing Society, and Rakish Entertainment, uses animation, color, and variable typography to enhance deaf-accessible movie viewing by addressing synchronization, speaker attribution, and emotional tone.
Caption with Intention": Revolutionizing Deaf-Accessible Movie Subtitling
Caption with Intention", a new subtitling system developed by FCB, Chicago Hearing Society, and Rakish Entertainment, uses animation, color, and variable typography to enhance deaf-accessible movie viewing by addressing synchronization, speaker attribution, and emotional tone.
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32% Bias Score
AI Chatbot Bias Against People with Disabilities
A new application, ABLE, detects ableist language in AI chatbots, revealing how discriminatory language is reproduced and suggesting ways to mitigate the issue.
AI Chatbot Bias Against People with Disabilities
A new application, ABLE, detects ableist language in AI chatbots, revealing how discriminatory language is reproduced and suggesting ways to mitigate the issue.
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20% Bias Score
Computers for the Blind Bridges Digital Divide for 22,000 Visually Impaired Individuals
The Dallas-based nonprofit Computers for the Blind has refurbished and shipped nearly 22,000 computers to visually impaired people nationwide, providing them with assistive technology and training, significantly enhancing their digital access and independence.
Computers for the Blind Bridges Digital Divide for 22,000 Visually Impaired Individuals
The Dallas-based nonprofit Computers for the Blind has refurbished and shipped nearly 22,000 computers to visually impaired people nationwide, providing them with assistive technology and training, significantly enhancing their digital access and independence.
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44% Bias Score
Rising Costs Threaten Edinburgh Fringe Festival's Accessibility
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival, running August 1-25, faces challenges due to rising ticket prices (£2-£3 increase) and increased costs for performers, threatening its inclusive nature despite its immense size (second only to the Olympics and World Cup).
Rising Costs Threaten Edinburgh Fringe Festival's Accessibility
The Edinburgh Fringe Festival, running August 1-25, faces challenges due to rising ticket prices (£2-£3 increase) and increased costs for performers, threatening its inclusive nature despite its immense size (second only to the Olympics and World Cup).
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60% Bias Score
Germany's Inclusion Challenge: Barriers Remain Despite Policy Commitments
Jürgen Dusel, Germany's disability commissioner, highlights significant barriers to inclusion despite governmental commitments, emphasizing the need for stronger legal frameworks and increased awareness to achieve true accessibility for all citizens.
Germany's Inclusion Challenge: Barriers Remain Despite Policy Commitments
Jürgen Dusel, Germany's disability commissioner, highlights significant barriers to inclusion despite governmental commitments, emphasizing the need for stronger legal frameworks and increased awareness to achieve true accessibility for all citizens.
Progress
36% Bias Score
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