Accessible West Michigan

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
Feature Story Lucia Rios Equity

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
Feature Story Herrick District Library's main branch near downtown Holland. Equity

How one library is making a renovation plan inclusive

Lucia RiosWednesday, April 26, 2023
Feature Story Grand Haven Township Fire/Rescue Chief Shawn Schrader speaks to Michigan Justice Richard Bernstein. (Shandra Martinez) Equity

Justice Bernstein brings a perspective of inclusion to court

Shandra MartinezWednesday, April 26, 2023
Feature Story Sara Hendren, right, at the DAKC workshop with a participant. (DAKC) Equity

How Sara Hendren inspires a ‘joyful approach’ to accessible design

Shandra MartinezFriday, March 31, 2023
Feature Story In July, the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) announced its first bill of rights for travelers with disabilities. Equity

How a new DOT bill of rights will make flying better for those with disabilities

Paul R. KopenkoskeyWednesday, March 22, 2023
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