Disability Inclusion

Feature Story Influencers and friends Stefanie Schaffer and Erika Nala Franco toured Grand Rapids in their wheelchairs. Their video is out now.

Wheel the World designation spotlights GR’s accessibility

Shandra MartinezTuesday, April 1, 2025
Feature Story Gail Eichorst is a volunteer driver with Disability Network West Michigan. Community Development

Volunteers find purpose, fulfillment at Disability Network West Michigan

Shandra MartinezMonday, March 31, 2025
Feature Story Small-Crip-Camp Equity

'Crip Camp’ screening in Muskegon highlights disability inclusion

Shandra MartinezWednesday, March 5, 2025
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Empowering voices: Black disability history workshop returns

Shandra MartinezTuesday, March 4, 2025
Feature Story Mark Witte chats with OnPoint staff: from left, Andre Pierre, Jr., chief administrative officer; Kelly Dingman, accounting supervisor, and Sarah Lumbert, general accountant. Equity

OnPoint: The many professional roles within mental health care

Estelle SlootmakerTuesday, February 11, 2025
Feature Story Renee Thompson with Disability Advocates of Kent County makes adjustments to the new walker being loaned to Ronny Richardson through DAKC's Occupational Therapy Equipment Loan Closet. Equity

Finding belonging through empowerment: One journey with Disability Advocates of Kent County

Tommy AllenMonday, February 10, 2025
Feature Story Phyllis Neal found a way to give back in retirement through the AARP and Disability Network West Michigan. Community Development

AARP program helps seniors find purpose and make a difference

Shandra MartinezMonday, February 3, 2025
Feature Story Renee Thompson with Disability Advocates of Kent County makes adjustments to the new walker being loaned to Ronny Richardson through DAKC's Occupational Therapy Equipment Loan Closet. Equity

Finding belonging through empowerment: One journey with Disability Advocates of Kent County

Tommy AllenSaturday, February 1, 2025
Feature Story Meghan Distel, a Tony Awards voting member, ponders the legacy of Broadway Grand Rapids and the impact theatre has had on the region. Arts and Culture

Broadway Grand Rapids: Accessibility, innovation raise the curtain for all

Tommy Allen, PublisherMonday, January 27, 2025
Feature Story The Disability Network Southwest Michigan team poses for a holiday photo. Equity

DNSWM campaign highlights staff’s lived experiences and community impact

Shandra MartinezMonday, January 13, 2025
Feature Story LaShawnda Bates, wearing a yellow dress, stands in front of a table with health brochures on it. Equity

Bronson Cancer Care Equity Project breaks down barriers to health care

Shandra MartinezMonday, December 23, 2024
Feature Story Disability Network Southwest Michigan’s Kelly Linton, an ADA specialist and systems advocate working with Wheel the World, takes measurements. Community Development

How Wheel the World is changing accessibility in Kalamazoo, one business at a time

Shandra MartinezSaturday, November 30, 2024
Feature Story Zaria McCroy speaks. Equity

Disability Network honors Southwest Michigan advocates of independence, accessibility

Shandra MartinezWednesday, October 9, 2024
Feature Story Disability Network West Michigan (DNWM) is celebrating its 25th anniversary with a block party. Community Development

Disability Network West Michigan marks 25 years of advocacy and service

Shandra MartinezMonday, September 23, 2024
Feature Story Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) training for staff at Muskegon Luge and Adventure Sports Park. Pictured from left to right: Jeff VanDyke and Brad Hastings. Community Development

Accessibility champion recognized for impact in Muskegon community

Shandra MartinezWednesday, September 11, 2024
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