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FROM THE EDITOR
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Tanya Maxwell
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TERI, INC. 2018 GRADUATION
CEREMONY
AADQ had the honor of viewing The
Learning Academy's graduation at Teri, Inc.
in Southern California on May 23, 2018.
Graduates are marking their transition to
adulthood with achieving milestones in
academic, vocational, and social skills.
Peers performed songs as supporters
applauded graduates during the joyous
occasion.
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audio map for indviduals "newest piece of luggage, we all feel a sense of relief
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disabilities. "Microsoft believe will enable and
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enable people, particularly was developed in
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disabilities living independently."
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Today, we’re excited to announce our
partnership with the National Federation of
the Blind, which has led the way in
advocating for the advancement of the
blind and low vision community.
Access to affordable and flexible
transportation can make a big difference in
the lives of passengers with vision disabilities.
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Through our collaboration with the National
Lyft is all about improving people’s lives with Federation of the Blind, we’re working to
the world’s best transportation. Today, we’re increase awareness of blind passengers’
announcing two product improvements and rights, implement effective public policies,
a partnership to empower our deaf and hard- and expand transportation options for those
of-hearing drivers, paving the way for who are blind or low vision.
smoother rides all around.
Here are some of the ways our partnership is
Amped-Up Ride Requests: improving the ride experience for blind
Lyft drivers who are deaf or hard of hearing passengers:
have told us that they often lose out on rides
because they miss the audible “ping” that Improving our app
typically alerts drivers to a ride request. Here’s We’re working alongside National Federation
where Amp — Lyft’s new, in-car of the Blind’s Access Technology staff to
communication device — comes in. Deaf make our app more accessible to blind
and hard-of-hearing drivers will now see new passengers. Educating the public and
ride requests displayed on their Amp device, policymakers We’re collaborating with the
with text reading “NEW RIDE.” This is just one National Federation of the Blind to educate
more way that Amp continues to better the public and policymakers on the
connect our drivers and passengers. importance of access to transportation, and
how ridesharing can improve the lives of
Passenger Notifications: blind passengers. We’re also participating in
Passengers will also experience a new app the National Federation of the Blind’s
feature, letting them know that their driver is National Convention this summer in Orlando.
deaf or hard of hearing before their Lyft
arrives. Through an SMS notification, Educating drivers
passengers will be alerted to contact their With the help of the National Federation of
driver by text rather than by phone, and to be the Blind, we have updated Lyft’s service
sure to let the driver lead the way with animal policy for riders to provide clear
communication. instructions for drivers so they can offer
welcoming and comfortable rides to blind
National Association of the Deaf Partnership: and low vision passengers. Lyft is also
We’re also excited to announce a new committing to ongoing education to its
partnership with the National Association of driver community about the policy, and why
the Deaf (NAD). Through this partnership, Lyft it’s important to blind and low vision riders.
and NAD will work together to develop further At Lyft, we celebrate a diverse culture where
app improvements, grow awareness of everyone feels welcome and respected. Our
economic opportunities for the deaf and partnership with the National Federation of
hard-of-hearing, and engage policymakers the Blind reflects an important step in our
on the importance of ridesharing access. commitment to bringing the world’s best
With these product improvements and this transportation to everyone — regardless of
new partnership, we’re committed to ability.
continuing to deliver a seamless, safe, and
innovative experience for our diverse Lyft Because your vision shouldn’t impact your
community. access to transportation.
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AT for Safety & Daily Activities
'LJLWDO/LWHUDF\ instructors sensitive to the individual needs of
our students. On campus, Pathway students
What is digital literacy? How can one attend classes and participate with UCLA
acquire it? When do we need it? Digital students in the many social, recreational, and
literacy is the ability to understand/use cultural activities of a major university."
digital devices and interpret digital content.
For more information or request a tour,
Digital literacy is required on a daily basis for please contact UCLA Pathway at
tasks such as communication, work related (310)794-1235 or
activities, school assignments, shopping, travel, pathway@uclaextension.edu.
recreation. Digital literacycan fill a
communication gap for individuals with Nationwide reports of missing persons with
difficulty speaking or articulating words. disabilities calls for greater safety training.
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BEST DAY
FOUNDATION
Best Day Foundation is a volunteer organization that helps children with special
needs build confidence and self-esteem through safe, fun, adventure activities
like surfing, bodyboarding, kayaking, snow sports, and more. Please join us in
creating special days for children with Autism, Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy,
blindness, cancer, spinal cord injuries, and other physical and developmental
challenges.
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