Accessible West Michigan

Feature Story Justine Bryant is an affiliate assistant professor of ASL at GRCC. (GRCC) Equity

ASL interpreter sees a growing need in the field, helps develop a career pathway

Shandra MartinezFriday, December 2, 2022
Feature Story Raul Garcia, Homeowner Services Coach with Brittany Rabideau, a future Haven Townhome homeowner. Equity

Habitat for Humanity building affordable housing for those with disabilities

Andrea GoodellSaturday, November 19, 2022
Feature Story Coach Lee Montgomery was inducted into the Grand Rapids Sports Hall of Fame in 2006 and the National Wheelchair Basketball Association Hall of Fame in 2015. Equity

Lee Montgomery brings inclusive coaching style to adaptive sports

Paul R. KopenkoskeyThursday, November 3, 2022
Feature Story Members of Disability Network Southwest Michigan’s Advocacy Academy. Equity

Michigan Senate recognizes Disability Awareness & Education Day on Oct. 21

Shandra MartinezTuesday, October 18, 2022
Feature Story At this Next 40 event, Host Jon Cauchi moderated the panel with board members Elliot Keyes and Marcus Fairfield and staff members Patrick Parkes and Mary Sibley. Equity

Growing the next generation of disability advocates

Shandra MartinezFriday, October 7, 2022
Feature Story Graphic illustrates the evolution from a "handicap" sign to an "accessibility" sign. Equity

New accessibility icon better reflects the lifestyles of people with disabilities

Shandra MartinezFriday, October 7, 2022
Feature Story Hailey Cone (GRCC/Hailey Cone) Equity

GRCC student gaining following for her musical perspective

Shandra MartinezFriday, September 23, 2022
Feature Story Sharon DeHaan gets off at an accessible bus stop Equity

Kalamazoo area’s accessible transit system has been almost 20 years in the making

Kym ReinstadlerFriday, September 16, 2022
Feature Story A new state program is providing an opportunity to reframe the mindset of parents of young children with disabilities. (Canva) Equity

New training supports children with developmental disabilities

Shandra MartinezTuesday, August 23, 2022
Feature Story Beyond26 have helped these 6 clients find work they like. (Beyond26) Equity

6 perfect matches: Finding the right job for workers with disabilities lets them thrive

Shandra MartinezFriday, August 12, 2022
Feature Story To help people better understand the challenges faced by those with disabilities, the United Ways in Michigan have launched the 21-Day Disability Equity Challenge.  Equity

United Ways, Disability Network partner for Disability Equity Challenge

Paul R. KopenkoskeySunday, July 31, 2022
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