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a young adult with tan skin and short dark hair in a manual wheelchair. He's wearing a blue crew neck, black pants and sneakers as he crosses an evenly paved cross walk.
This week, the U.S. Access Board has taken a monumental stride in ensuring equitable travel for pedestrians with disabilities across the nation. “The Access Board is proud to issue these guidelines as a critical step toward equal access to the public right-of-way for people with disabilities in…
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On the auspicious 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has taken a giant leap towards inclusive design. A groundbreaking new rule will now require airline lavatories on new single-aisle aircraft to be accessible for wheelchair…
President Joe Biden speaks during a celebration of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and to mark Disability Pride Month, in the Rose Garden of the White House, Sept. 28, 2022, in Washington.
In a significant stride towards inclusivity, the Biden administration unveiled groundbreaking regulations aimed at enhancing accessibility on state and local government websites and apps. The proposal, announced by the White House, underlines the need for these platforms to be more user-friendly…
Promotional flyer. Bold and bright pink and red copy read, "Design. Wisdom. Design's role in shaping and sharing wisdom across all ages" against a black and white photo of a toddler and middle aged man walking in a garden with their hands tied behind their back.
Discover the power of wisdom, age, and design in The Helen Hamlyn Centre for Design upcoming event. Join Dr. Dilip Jeste, a renowned expert on wisdom, and Colum Lowe from Design Age Institute for an insightful conversation facilitated by DAI's Carly Dickson. What is wisdom? How does it impact us…
promotional flyer for IHCD's inclusive fashion global webcast
Dispelling the myth that accessible design cannot be functional and beautiful at the same time, Sinéad Burke will speak from her personal lived and professional experience of working with global fashion companies, such as Gucci and Ralph Lauren, to illustrate how innovative, accessible design could…
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We're excited to invite you to our upcoming webinar, "Addressing the Opioid Crisis with the ADA and Civil Rights Laws." This informative session will shed light on the positive impact of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and federal civil rights statutes in combatting the opioid crisis.…
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Are you aware of the rights and protections the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) offers individuals with alcohol and substance use disorders? The ADA ensures that everyone, including those with addiction and in recovery, has equal opportunities and protections. However, this aspect of the ADA…
illustration of Molina Family Latino Gallery
We are thrilled to announce our participation in the highly anticipated 2023 AAM Annual Meeting & Museum Expo. As advocates for inclusive design, IHCD is dedicated to creating accessible environments that empower and engage all individuals.  See Below for Exhibit Documents.  Explore…
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We are thrilled the highly anticipated ADA Transition Plan webinar is now available on YouTube. This insightful and informative session provides crucial planning and budgeting tools that put accessibility at the forefront.  The webinar addresses various critical topics, including: Understanding…
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Boston Design Week is just around the corner, and we couldn't be more excited to invite you to IHCD's new headquarters in SoWA for a day-long open house immersion on April 25th. Our event will showcase the latest in Inclusive Design practices across transit, workplace, culture and higher education…