assistive technology
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Envision’s Uncertain Future: What It Means for You
Envision’s future is uncertain. Learn what the company has announced, why useful technology can be hard to fund, and what to ask before buying your next accessibility tool.
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New IRS App: More Mobile Access, but Is It Accessible?
The new IRS app gives you more ways to manage your taxes from your phone. For blind and low vision people, that could make everyday tasks easier—but only if the app is accessible.
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Help Make Job Searches and Sports Websites More Accessible
Your experience with inaccessible websites is knowledge that can help researchers understand what needs to change. Two short surveys invite you to share your perspective on online job applications and professional sports websites.
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GAO Report: Assistive Technology Barriers Keep Students with Disabilities From Full Participation in School and Work
A new GAO report finds that many school districts struggle to deliver effective assistive technology due to limited staff knowledge, lack of training time, staffing shortages, technology issues, and funding constraints. These gaps can limit blind and low vision students’ access to the tools and training they need for education, employment, and long-term financial independence.
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Why Accessible Computer Skills Matter for Blind Professionals—and How You Can Help Improve Them
Accessible computer skills are essential for today’s workforce. Microsoft is inviting screen reader users to share feedback on Windows Narrator to help improve access and opportunity for blind professionals worldwide.
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IRS Expands Accessible Tax Resources
The IRS is committed to making tax information accessible to all.
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Accessible Shopping Now in Be My Eyes
This Global Accessibility Awareness Day, there’s good news for anyone looking for a better way to shop online.
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Tony’s Story: Navigating Disability, Job Hunting, and Financial Health as a Blind Parent
Tony is a father, a job seeker, and a man who just wants to do right by his kids. He’s also blind, which adds an extra layer of complexity to everything he does—especially when it comes to finding work and dealing with government bureaucracy.
