Providing assistance to people with disabilities requires knowledge of accessibility hardware and software in addition to training strategies. What resources are available to support increasing digital access for people with disabilities?
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I am an accessibility advocate and educator. I believe that a successful accessibility program is about culture change, encouraging and empowering individuals to make accessible choices on a day-to-day basis. While much of the training I have provided focuses on discrete skills, it... Read More →
Executive Director, Linking Employment, Abilities and Potential (LEAP)
Melanie is the Executive Director of Linking Employment, Abilities and Potential (LEAP), a Center for Independent Living, in Cleveland, Ohio. Melanie has been with the organization, which serves individuals with disabilities in six Ohio counties, for 23 years. Previous positions with... Read More →
Sr. Software Engineer/Digital Accessibility Engineer, Optum/United Health Group
Thomas Lee McKeithan II is a native of Washington, DC holding a BA in interdisciplinary studies (Communications, Legal Institutions and Government) from American University and is current pursuing a Masters of Science in Project Management from Walden University. He has been recognized... Read More →
I have over 25 years of executive management experience in the healthcare and non-profit sectors. The last 7 years I have been dedicated to improving lives through technology at the San Diego Futures Foundation where I first served on the Board of Directors for over 6 years before... Read More →
