U.S. Access Board Holds Virtual Meeting on Inclusive Exercise and Fitness Equipment
July 15, 2021
The U.S. Access Board held its virtual public meeting on inclusive exercise and fitness equipment yesterday. The event featured panel presentations on the need for access to fitness equipment, efforts to address equipment accessibility, and implementation of inclusive fitness equipment. Invited speakers . . .
U.S. Access Board Seeks Comment on Draft Strategic Plan for FY 2022-2026
July 01, 2021
The U.S. Access Board will hold a virtual forum on its draft Strategic Plan on July 13 at 2:30 – 4:00 ET for the purpose of obtaining public feedback on the agency’s goals and objectives for the next five years. The draft plan includes a new focus on . . .
U.S. Access Board to Host Panel Presentations on Inclusive Exercise and Fitness Equipment
June 16, 2021
The U.S. Access Board will host the event “Moving Forward: Access to Inclusive Fitness Equipment” on July 14 from 1:00 – 3:15 pm (ET). The virtual event will feature panel discussions on the importance and need for all people to have access to fitness equipment to increase strength, function, independence, and maintain a healthy lifestyle. It will feature presentations on . . .
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Seeks Public Input on Removing Barriers to Voting for People with Disabilities
June 16, 2021
The National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has released for public comment a request for information (RFI) to remove barriers to voting for people with disabilities. The RFI is in response to . . .
U.S. Access Board Conducts Panel Discussions on Self-Service Transaction Machines
May 24, 2021
The U.S. Access Board hosted panel discussions on access to self-service transaction machines (SSTMs) as part of its virtual Board meeting on May 19. One panel addressed usability issues and barriers that people with sensory, cognitive, physical, or multiple disabilities encounter using kiosks, point-of-sales machines, and other SSTMs. Speakers included representatives from . . .
U.S. Access Board Celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day
May 20, 2021
Today, the U.S. Access Board celebrates the tenth annual Global Accessibility Awareness Day to promote discussion and learning about digital access and inclusion for people with disabilities. The Board is a leading source of information on accessible design, including . . .
U.S. Access Board to Host Panel Discussions on Self-Service Transaction Machines
May 04, 2021
The U.S. Access Board will host panel discussions on access to self-service transaction machines (SSTMs), including point-of-sales machines and ticket kiosks, as part of its next virtual Board meeting on May 19 from 1:00 – 3:15 (ET). One panel will include representatives from advocacy organizations who will discuss usability issues and accessibility barriers. Another panel will address efforts by research and industry to improve access to SSTMs. The public is welcome to attend this event . . .
U.S. Access Board Holds Fourth Session of Public Forum on Inclusive Design of Autonomous Vehicles
April 22, 2021
The U.S. Access Board held its fourth and final virtual public meeting on inclusive design of autonomous vehicles (AVs) yesterday. The session continued discussion on ride hailing and on-board communication for . . .
U.S. Access Board Holds Third Session of Public Forum on Inclusive Design of Autonomous Vehicles
April 08, 2021
The U.S. Access Board held its third virtual public meeting on inclusive design of autonomous vehicles (AVs) yesterday. The session included discussion on ride hailing and on-board communication for passengers with . . .
U.S. Access Board Member Dr. Victor Santiago Pineda and Executive Director Dr. Sachin D. Pavithran to Speak at ADA State of the Science Virtual Conference (April 13-15)
March 31, 2021
The Americans with Disabilities Act National Network will host the ADA State of the Science virtual conference on April 13-15. On the second day of the conference, Executive Director of the Board Dr. Sachin D. Pavithran will . . .