Universal Access

Internationally recognized accessibility consulting and certification agency

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

Today, on the International Day of People with Disabilities, we are honoured that our CEO Sean Crump is the recipient of the Alberta Premier's Council on the Status of Persons with Disabilities - Marlin Styner Achievement Award!

#achievement #inclusion #IDPD2020

[Included by Design @IncludedxDesign]

Did you know #BrettHull wore #16 for the @NHLFlames? And, did you know @spcrump only needs 16 more views to reach 1000 on his @TEDxYYC talk?

... coincidence, I think not

WATCH NOW!👇
https://t.co/QuWx4KZBSd

[Included by Design @IncludedxDesign]

The date is 22-10-2021... if you add the individual numbers together, multiply by 2, you get 20 and Sean needs 20 more views of the @TEDxYYC talk to reach 1000... a coincidence, I think not.

Come on #Calgary, let's make it happen today!
https://t.co/oV8gECdcZz

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

In case you missed it, last week, our amazing friends at @pinnaclecalgary created a week-long Podcast series for #NationalAccessAbilityWeek.

Watch or listen to episode 1 now: https://t.co/iW0vjJFkPu
Visit Pinnacle Group online at: https://t.co/cXmhu2FCEt

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

An organization with a diverse workforce is not necessarily an inclusive one.

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[Universal Access @uaccessme]

On @ZapposAdaptive fourth birthday, the retailer announced that it has reinforced its commitment to the disability community.

https://t.co/QU4ttycpe6

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

Interested in what the @Tokyo2020 are doing to be inclusive?

Check out the guidelines here: https://t.co/i2TDPrUwk2

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

Check out these resources from @accessibilityoz to help make your social media presence more accessible.

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[Universal Access @uaccessme]

When events return in 2021, clubs need to be more accessible for disabled guests and performers, who have often been left behind in progressive conversations within dance music culture.

Via: @DJmag
https://t.co/vXqUd5LGQf

[Calgary Adapted Hub powered by Jumpstart @YYCAdaptedHub]

Join us next week (May 13) as our Chair @Davidfhlegg hosts panelists @windpowermatt @DrSMacEachern @uaccessme in a workshop on improving accessibility and inclusion for persons living with disability. Register now https://t.co/ihXcXeHdwz

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

In this article, the members of Rolling Stone Culture Council share 10 specific ways culture leaders can promote inclusivity and diversity in their branding.

https://t.co/FC7L4zXToM

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

Another shining example of purpose plus profit!

Find out how the pandemic-driven gardening boom is helping people with disabilities in Edmonton: https://t.co/kQB5SrSpFT

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

Though the avoidance of accidents and serious injury is clearly of paramount importance, other aspects related to promoting a general sense of independence and well-being are important too.

https://t.co/79jrnkreI6

[Jeff Loomis @loomisyyc]

Excited to see the new way finding signage go up in the new @momentumcalgary space this week that was designed & installed by @uaccessme @belocal_yyc #inclusivedesign

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

While not obligated to, sometimes it’s necessary to mention your disability to your employer, particularly when you are requesting a reasonable accommodation to help you perform your job better.

Here are some tips to help: https://t.co/OHIIi8ZRJA

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

To build more disability-inclusive climate solutions, people with disabilities need stronger representation in disaster planning and preparedness, ideally in positions of leadership.

https://t.co/yIKR9I9AFE

[David Legg @Davidfhlegg]

Measuring What Matters free virtual event on May 13. Three panel members from @YYCAdaptedHub advisory committee, @spcrump (@uaccessme) @windpowermatt & @DrSMacEachern Full event details on eventbrite https://t.co/h1k9Xv3TGk...

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

Microsoft Chief Accessibility Officer @jennylayfluffy is thinking about disabilities in ways that many others are not. Or at least, aren’t yet.

https://t.co/wNcBuNApwH

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

Despite making up 15% of the global population and having a disposable income of more than $8 trillion, accessibility remains an issue for people with disabilities.

https://t.co/zJonPJjVeY

[Universal Access @uaccessme]

Many of us head out for a day in the mountains with a trail in mind—the more challenging, the better. But for people with a disability, whether intellectual or physical, enjoying an adventure in the great outdoors often takes a lot more planning.

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[Universal Access @uaccessme]

A Saskatoon Paralympian has created Saskatchewan's first adaptive mountain bike club to make outdoor exploration more accessible for people with mobility issues.

https://t.co/JbPR4XY44B