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ACB Advocacy Update

American Council of the Blind

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00:32:03

Getting to Know our New Board Members.

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2025/01/02

This week, we get to know one of our newly elected Board members from the 2024 annual Convention. Claire and Swatha spoke with Peter Heide to learn moreabout who he is and his hopes as a member of the ACB Board.

00:35:44

End of Year Wrap Up.

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/12/19

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Claire and Swatha reflect on all that has happened in 2024 with special guests Deb Cook Lewis, ACB President,and Scott Thornhill, ACB Executive Director. From major staff changes to cross-country travel, come hear about it all!

00:33:54

Making National Parks Accessible

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/12/05

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Claire and Swatha speak with ACB’s Audio Description Project Coordinator, Tabitha Kenlon, in addition to BrettOppegaard from the University of Hawaii about the Descritathon, a 3 day hackathon-like event to make National Park Service brochures and exhibits accessible for blind and low vision visitors. Recruitment for Descriptathon 11 is currently underway, and these two, with the assistance of two ADP members, Pat Sheehan and Renee Arrington Johnson, talk

00:33:48

20241128 - ACB Advocacy Update - Calling Out to All...

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/11/28

This week, Claire speaks with Will Schell from the Disability Rights Office of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) about a newly submitted reportto the Disability Advisory Committee on the accessibility needs for people who are blind or have low vision as it pertains to communication functions of videogames. Will Schell oversaw the subcommittee as it explored future opportunities to make communication on videogames more accessible for our communities as videogames continue to grow in

00:23:38

Advocacy Grab Bag for the Fall of 2024

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/11/07

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Claire and Swatha provide a smattering of topics and advocacy issues that ACB has been working on over thelast month. Topics discussed include video conferencing program accessibility, the Census, and a save-the-date for our 2025 DC Leadership Conference and Legislative Seminar.

00:32:57

The 4th Annual Audio Description Awards Gala.

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/10/24

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Claire and Swatha preview the 4th annual audio description awards gala with ACB’s Audio Description ProjectCoordinator, Tabitha Kenlon and one of the hosts of the gala, Alie B. Gorrie. Listen as we tease all that is happening this year at the gala, including what it was like recording at 30 Rockefeller Center in New York City. Don’t forget to join us on November 14th at 7:30pm eastern on Peacock, adawardsgala.org, ACB Media, or on YouTube for the most

00:20:27

Making Voting and Voting Information More Accessible.

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/10/10

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Claire and Swatha revisit the topic of accessible voting with Microsoft's Rylin Rodgers. In this global yearof elections, listen as we discuss the work Microsoft is doing to make voting more accessible for people with disabilities. Find more information about the accessible voting options in your state at Accessible voting - Your guide to a private and independent voting experience Access ACB's Voting Toolkit at www.acb.org/voting.

00:20:54

Making our Sidewalks and Streets More Accessible

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/09/26

On This episode of ACB Advocacy Update, Swatha and Claire speak with Sarah Malaier, Senior Advisor, Public Policy and Research at the American Foundationfor the Blind, on the long awaited Public Rights of Way Accessibility Guidelines (PROWAG. Listen as we go through what these guidelines are and what they mean for the blind and low vision community.

00:15:26

Artificial Intelligence and Disability.

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/09/12

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Claire and Swatha recap a series of hearings held by the United States Access Board on AI’s impact on peoplewith disabilities. We discuss its implications in the workplace and in transportation, and even how it can be used to enhance accessibility of both the digital environment and the physical built environment. The Access Board also solicits comments from the public on AI and its impact on the disability community. Comments are due on October 31st and

00:59:35

Current Case Law on Issues Impacting People with...

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/08/29

Join a panel of disability rights attorneys as they discuss an array of issues from current case law that directly impacts the lives of people who are blind or have low vision.

00:28:06

Networking That Happens in Vegas Does Not Stay in Vegas.

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/08/15

Scott Thornhill and Claire Stanley Attended the Disability:In conference in Las VegasImmediately after the annual convention, Scott and Claire had the opportunity to travel to Las Vegas where the 2024 Disability-In conference was held. They had the opportunity to meet with several corporate partners including companies like Google, Microsoft, Athena, and many more. Listen to Scott and Claire discuss the many discussion and experiences they had that week. ACB greatly values the relationships it has

00:33:25

Convention Recap

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/08/02

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Claire and Swatha speak with Cassie Trosper, President of Veterans of ACB and DKM First Timer Award Recipient,and Rachel Schroeder, ACB Board Member, about their experiences at ACB’s 2024 Conference and Convention in Jacksonville, FL.

00:29:26

New Section 504 Regulations from Department of Health...

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/06/20

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Swatha speaks with Dania Douglas, Senior Attorney at the National Health Law Program, about the new rule fromthe US Department of Health and Human Services covering non-discrimination on the basis of disability under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. We discuss new prohibitions on disability discrimination in crisis standards of care, access to medical equipment, and accessibility standards for websites, mobile apps, and kiosks. To learn

00:16:51

Congress FINALLY Passes the FAA Reauthorization Act

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/06/06

On this episode of ACB Advocacy Update, Claire speaks with Heather Ansley from Paralyzed Veterans of America about Congress’s long over due passage ofthe FAA Reauthorization Act. This bill includes numerous provisions that will improve the air travel experience for passengers with disabilities. Claire and Heather talk about key provisions of the new legislation including a pilot program to alleviate the burden of service animal attestation forms when flying.

00:27:37

The 2024 ACB Annual Conference and Convention.

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/05/23

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Claire and Swatha speak with ACB’s Convention Coordinator, Janet Dickelman, and two members of the Allianceon Aging and Vision Loss, Doug Powell, AAVL President, and Jeff Thom, Immediate Past President, on all the things happening at the 2024 annual Conference and Convention. Register for the Conference and Convention at acbconvention.org or by calling Janet at 651-428-5059.

00:38:42

The New Title II Rule.

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/05/09

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Claire and Swatha go through the recently released rule from the Department of Justice on accessibility of websites and mobile apps under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act with guests from the American Foundation for the Blind Public Policy and Research Department, Stephanie Enyart and Sarah Malaier. We go over what is in the rule and who it covers, why this rule was necessary at all, and the organized response from the disability community

00:30:11

ACB at CSUN

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/04/25

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Swatha recaps the California State University Northridge (CSUN) Assistive Technology Conference with Claireand ACB Development Officer, Kolby Garrison. We go through their experiences at the conference venue, standout sessions, and all the cool new gadgets and gizmos on display at the Exhibit Hall.

00:17:06

Meet ACB’s New Executive Director Scott Thornhill

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/04/11

Today we’re bringing you a special edition of the ACB Advocacy Update! Claire Stanley and Swatha Nandhakumar sit down with ACB’s new Executive Director,Scott Thornhill. You’ll learn about Scott’s background, his ideas for building new partnerships, and a few of his priorities and aspirations for ACB as he settles into his new role. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear directly from Scott and get to know him!

00:29:06

Advocacy on Capitol Hill at The 2024 Leadership...

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/03/28

On this episode of the ACB Advocacy Update, Claire and Swatha reflect on the Capitol Hill Day at the 2024 Leadership Conference and Legislative Seminar with some ACB members. We discuss particular issues that stood out to Congressional staff, the return to in-person office visits, and advice these three individuals have for anyone that wants to advocate with Congress with ACB in the future.

00:16:47

The Medical Devices Nonvisual Accessibility ACT.

ACB Advocacy Update ·

2024/03/14

The Medical Devices Nonvisual Accessibility ACT.

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