Jessica Rafuse

Lawyer, Former Judge, PwD, a11y, Tech Watcher, Aussie Lover, Coffee Snob, Wine Taster ♿️

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

Accessibility is my love language. Register for the Ability Summit to celebrate Valentine's Day! https://t.co/YsahRsTTFr 💝💞❤️♿️#disability #inclusion #a11y #accessibility #microsoft #ValentinesDay

[MSFT Accessibility @MSFTEnable]

Roses are red
Violets are blue
Our website is updated
It's just waiting for you!

(I might not be a poet but check out #AbilitySummit's updated website!)

➡️ https://t.co/l0IkYUaGCg.

[MSFT Accessibility @MSFTEnable]

Just announced at #AbilitySummit: the Xbox Adaptive Joystick is a singular controller that helps make gaming more accessible, however you play. Made to meet the needs of players with limited mobility. https://t.co/9z67yTt6G2 #Xbox #AccessibleTechnology

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

Happy #DisabilityPride month! On this #ADA anniversary learn about the partnership we are working with to accelerate accessibility with #technology, policy, and the latest in #AI #innovation

[Microsoft On the Issues @MSFTIssues]

Celebrating #DisabilityPrideMonth & #ADA, @Microsoft is closing the disability divide with:

🤝 Accessible voting
💰 Fair wages
🌍 Global inclusion
💡 Improved communication

https://t.co/6pVgRs4W92

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

@msftnonprofits @MSFTEnable @microsoft

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

Extend the reach of your #nonprofit with accessibility! Pro tip: leverage the power of #AI to achieve more! https://t.co/QSjVLzNDI2

#GAAD #accessibility #a11y #disability #inclusion #Azure #Microsoft

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

Super excited to join our friends in Nairobi, Keyna for #InclusiveAfrica2024 from 14 - 16th. Check out the full agenda including my presentations on accessible #AI and #Neurodiversity hiring at https://t.co/wQKN29ZXgD. Virtual attendance is free. #a11y @Microsoft

[Jenny Lay-Flurrie @jennylayfluffy]

“We decided to put a stake in the ground and put our voice behind a key message..

Accessibility is a fundamental right”

#AbilitySummit

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

We are live at #AbilitySummit! Join us now at https://t.co/Mvz77vnvvf @jennylayfluffy @MicrosoftLife #a11y #Disability #tech

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

#AbilitySummit is today! But first… coffee! Join us at https://t.co/Mvz77vnvvf @MicrosoftLife @jennylayfluffy

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

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[Dona Sarkar @donasarkar]

Friends!

Please get registered for our annual #AbilitySummit that takes place on March 7th!

This year, our head of Accessible GTM @JessicAccess is co-hosting with @jennylayfluffy AND there are some great tech sessions including:

👨🏾‍🦼My friend @PatricioTrials will be talking about adaptive mountain biking and taking a headmouse to navigate Microsoft Copilot

👀 Microsoft Azure AI for Accessibility use cases with @amandaksilver

🧠 A whole segment devoted to how to build for Neurodiversity

Join here: https://t.co/NXLNue8i6h

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

Thrilled to finally share I will be co-hosting #AbilitySummit with the incredible @jennylayfluffy ! Join us to explore the latest in accessible tech, the power of AI, & celebrate disabled talent. Only 2 days left! Register at https://t.co/Mvz77vnvvf #AbilitySummit #AI #Microsoft

[MSFT Accessibility @MSFTEnable]

Join us on March 7th for the free digital event where you can explore new accessible technology, learn from leaders, and build a more equitable future.

#AbilitySummit registration is now OPEN!

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

Come work with us @Microsoft! #NowHiring Accessibility NGO Program Manager to help bridge the disability divide with non-governmental organizations and non-profits who focus on #disability and #accessibility . Check it out! https://t.co/xO88O2rhLh

[MSFT Accessibility @MSFTEnable]

Today we celebrate the 33rd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Microsoft is committed to engaging with the disability community & advocating for policies advancing accessibility as a fundamental right to help bridge the disability divide. https://t.co/LKJ2DPPgL5

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

@KenSadahiro Delta mileage club here I come!

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

@AlaskaAir I know some brilliant engineers who would love to help! @donasarkar are you in?

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

@AlaskaAir how did you break my wheelchair again?! @Delta do you want my business? @SecretaryPete when will disabled passengers be safe traveling by air? #RightsOnFlights #Travel #DisabilityTwitter #Access

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

@AlaskaAir Yes I can DM you. But what you really need is to fix your broken handling procedures. And then innovate a more accessible future of inclusive air travel. https://t.co/rIQ6lGRlfl

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

Happy Global Accessibility Awareness Day! What will you do today to accelerate accessibility? Celebrate people with disabilities, inclusive tech, and community are all appropriate answers. #a11y #GAAD #inclusion #disability

[Jenny Lay-Flurrie @jennylayfluffy]

Its Global Accessibility Awareness Day! #Accessibility is a fundamental right and part of @Microsoft’s DNA. Today, we're proud to launch new programs and technologies in AI, Office, Gaming, Skilling and partnerships: https://t.co/4bKGUVDxXX

#GAAD #GAAD2023

[Jessica Rafuse @JessicAccess]

@Xbox @ForzaMotorsport @superblindman Being promoted from passenger to driver gets me. I don't drive IRL any more, but @ForzaMotorsport brings me back to being behind the wheel of my Geo Tracker when I turned 16. Cheering on all the disabled virtual drivers out there!