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Feature Story Two GRIT wheelchair users pose at a local park. Equity

All-terrain wheelchair loan program opens outdoors to more users

Paul R. KopenkoskeyTuesday, November 14, 2023
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‘I can finally vote by myself’: Portage disability advocate improves accessibility at the polls

Shandra MartinezTuesday, October 31, 2023
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When construction wasn’t accessible, he found dream job making furniture

Shandra MartinezWednesday, October 11, 2023
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PHOTOS: Celebrating Deaf Awareness Month

Saturday, September 30, 2023
Feature Story Lucia Rios at Universal Studios in Orlando, Florida. (Shandra Martinez) Equity

How I’m learning to vacation better with my disability

Lucia RiosTuesday, September 26, 2023
Feature Story Jim LeBrecht, the filmmaker behind ‘Crip Camp’ Equity

Meeting filmmaker of ‘Crip Camp’ was an emotional experience

Lucia RiosMonday, August 28, 2023
Feature Story Columnist Lucia Rios participated in a disability etiquette panel discussion during the Disability: IN conference last month. Equity

What is disability etiquette?

Lucia RiosMonday, August 28, 2023
Feature Story Attendees took part of DAKC's Celebration of ADA took part in a checkpoint activity to learn about the history of the Disability Movement. Equity

PHOTOS: Celebrating 33 years of ADA while advocating for a better future

Shandra MartinezFriday, August 18, 2023
Feature Story Charles “Charlie” Elwood and Chris Martin using version 2.0 of Martin’s voice for the first time at Carpe Latte Coffee Shop. Equity

AI app gives voice to those who’ve lost theirs

Paul R. KopenkoskeyFriday, July 21, 2023
Feature Story Alexx Smith, recipient of the 2022 Bob Davis Independent Living Award, stands with Disability Network Southwest Michigan staff member Mary Fortney. Equity

DNSWM highlights ‘remarkable progress’ with ADA Celebration

Kelsey SandersFriday, July 21, 2023
Feature Story Lucia Rios has been honored as the 2023 Media Person of the Year by the WMPRSA for her work as co-editor of the Disability Inclusion series. Equity

Disability Inclusion editor Lucia Rios named Media Person of the Year

Shandra MartinezTuesday, June 20, 2023
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Why commemorating Global Accessibility Awareness Day is important

Lucia Rios Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Feature Story A HUD grant is funding home accessibility assessments and modifications for 150 homeowners in rural West Michigan counties. (DAKC) Equity

Disability Advocates Kent County helps low-income seniors age in place

Shandra MartinezSunday, April 30, 2023
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