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EQUITY e-newsletter: May 2010
Up one levelTechnology and people with disabilities: a perfect combination to build your employment and financial future
Feature
As the trend toward online employment applications, online distance education, online health care information and online money management increases, the need for access to the Internet by people with disabilities becomes more critical. Read about the pros and cons of broadband and "Why We Need H.R. 3101, The 21st Century Communications & Video Accessibility Act.”
Program of the Month
What if Accessibility is Relative? Accessible information and communication technologies are still an elusive goal.
Special Section
Read Mark Richert's testimony on the ADA IN THE DIGITAL AGE hearing that he gave April 22, 2010 before the House subcommittee!
Tip of the Month
Why Nonprofits (Should) Rule Social Media: Knowing that people make decisions based on connections and caring overwhelmingly above any other factor, you'd think nonprofits would have it in the bag. It's time to show ‘em how it's really done.
EQUITY Responds: WID Answers Your Questions
I have a mobile device that I use a great deal both in my personal and professional life. Some of the utilities and functionality I can use just fine, but several of the downloadable applications do not work for PWD at all. Who is responsible for making sure these applications are accessible? Is anyone working on this stuff? What can I do to help?