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Border Control Horror Stories: The Degrading Treatment of People with Disabilities

Crossing international borders can be an anxiety-inducing experience for anyone. For individuals with disabilities, however, the process often escalates into a distressing ordeal that infringes upon dignity, induces humiliation, and highlights systemic inequities. Across the globe, people with visible and invisible disabilities encounter discriminatory practices, racism, and unwarranted assumptions at border controls, transforming an already challenging process into a deeply degrading experience.

How to Find Accessible Moving Companies: Questions to Ask Before Hiring

Relocating can be a stressful process, especially for individuals who require accessible services due to disabilities, mobility challenges, or specific equipment needs. And it’s not just about finding accessible housing — choosing the right moving company that understands and caters to these requirements is crucial. This guide explores how to identify accessible moving companies and the essential questions to ask before making your choice.

From Disability to Business Owner

From managing in-home care challenges to launching innovative startups, entrepreneurs with physical disabilities are transforming their lives and communities. Their journeys remind us that resilience, determination, and creativity can overcome even the most daunting obstacles.

Harnassing AI For The Disabled

Harnessing AI for the disabled isn’t just about integrating technology—it’s about transforming lives. From assisting with communication and mobility to improving mental health and independence, AI offers endless possibilities for those with disabilities.

Wheelchair Access Inadequate & Inhabitable

If a home is not fit for purpose and creates obstructions for wheelchair users, it poses a serious health and safety hazard, especially in the event of a fire, where inadequate access could trap individuals and endanger lives; housing providers could face prosecution under health and safety laws, potentially being held liable for negligence and endangering lives.