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FYI. ----- Forwarded Message ----- From: Global Accessibility News <[log in to unmask]> To: Sent: Monday, 7 January 2013 Subject: GAATES - Global Accessibility News January 7 Inline image 1 Global Accessibility News – January 7, 2013 Guam Conference on the Americans With Disabilities Act – January 9-11 <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/07/guam-conference-on-the-americans-with-disabilities-act-january-9-11/> Americas <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/americas/> Jan 7, 2013 GUAM: The Department of Integrated Services for Individuals with Disabilities (DISID) will be holding the Guam Conference on the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act with Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/07/guam-conference-on-the-americans-with-disabilities-act-january-9-11/> New smartphone navigation app for people with vision disabilities <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/07/new-smartphone-navigation-app-for-people-with-vision-disabilities/> Asia-Pacific <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/asia-pacific/> Jan 7, 2013 SINGAPORE: A team of Ngee Ann Polytechnic lecturers and students have designed a mobile application for people who are blind or low vision to help them Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/07/new-smartphone-navigation-app-for-people-with-vision-disabilities/> People with vision disabilities demand Braille Press <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/07/people-with-vision-disabilities-demand-braille-press/> Asia-Pacific <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/asia-pacific/> Jan 7, 2013 BHUBANESWAR, INDIA: In a bid to mark the contribution of Louise Braille who invented the script for education of millions of people with vision disabilities of Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/07/people-with-vision-disabilities-demand-braille-press/> Gibraltar Government plans to make Parliament more accessible for persons with disabilities <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/07/gibraltar-government-plans-to-make-parliament-more-accessible-for-persons-with-disabilities/> Europe <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/europe/> Jan 7, 2013 The Development and Planning Commission supported the proposals of the Government to refurbish the Gibraltar Parliament. There will therefore be no meeting of Parliament in March in Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/07/gibraltar-government-plans-to-make-parliament-more-accessible-for-persons-with-disabilities/> Government of Canada invests to help persons with disabilities in Southwest Nova Scotia get jobs <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/07/government-of-canada-invests-to-help-persons-with-disabilities-in-southwest-nova-scotia-get-jobs/> Americas <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/americas/> Jan 7, 2013 YARMOUTH, NOVA SCOTIA: The Government of Canada is providing support for youth with disabilities in Yarmouth, Shelburne and the Municipality of Clare to help them gain Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/07/government-of-canada-invests-to-help-persons-with-disabilities-in-southwest-nova-scotia-get-jobs/> Khalifa Foundation distributes Quran copies in Braille <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/06/khalifa-foundation-distributes-quran-copies-in-braille/> Middle East <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/middle-east/> Jan 6, 2013 SANA’A, YEMEN: The Khalifa Bin Zayed Humanitarian Foundation (KZHF) has distributed 240 books, including 40 copies of the Quran written in Braille for students who are Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/06/khalifa-foundation-distributes-quran-copies-in-braille/> Advocates for persons with disabilities seek support in Geneva <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/05/advocates-for-persons-with-disabilities-seek-support-in-geneva/> Europe <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/europe/> Jan 5, 2013 GENEVA: Advocates for adults with disabilities said they have not collected enough signatures to put a measure on the April 9 ballot seeking voter support for Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/05/advocates-for-persons-with-disabilities-seek-support-in-geneva/> Guide launched to find accessible restaurants in Taipei <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/04/guide-launched-to-find-accessible-restaurants-in-taipei/> Asia-Pacific <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/asia-pacific/> Jan 4, 2013 TAIPEI, TAIWAN: Local disability groups launched an e-book and print handbook Thursday designed to help persons with disabilities find and get to accessible restaurants in Taipei Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/04/guide-launched-to-find-accessible-restaurants-in-taipei/> Malaysian government drafting standards for airports, airlines to provide services for persons with disabilities <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/04/malaysian-government-drafting-standards-for-airports-airlines-to-provide-services-for-persons-with-disabilities/> Asia-Pacific <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/asia-pacific/> Jan 4, 2013 PETALING JAYA: The government is drafting a code of practice for airports and airlines to accommodate persons with disabilities. Malaysia Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) told recently that Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/04/malaysian-government-drafting-standards-for-airports-airlines-to-provide-services-for-persons-with-disabilities/> Swiss Federal Council promotes legislature <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/04/swiss-federal-council-promotes-legislature/> Europe <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/europe/> Jan 4, 2013 On Wednesday, December 19th 2012, the Swiss Federal Council promoted legislature and in the case of approval will ratify the UN Convention on the Rights of Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/04/swiss-federal-council-promotes-legislature/> Symposium on Technology for persons with disabilities <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/symposium-on-technology-for-persons-with-disabilities/> Middle East <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/middle-east/> Jan 3, 2013 RIYADH: The National Symposium on Informatics (NSI) is an event held each other year by the College of Information and Computer Sciences at King Saud University, Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/symposium-on-technology-for-persons-with-disabilities/> Amendments to laws on rights of persons with disabilities come into force in Ukraine <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/amendments-to-laws-on-rights-of-persons-with-disabilities-come-into-force-in-ukraine/> Europe <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/europe/> Jan 3, 2013 UKRAINE: Amendments to the laws of Ukraine concerning the rights of persons with disabilities will came into force on January 1, 2013. According to the law of Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/amendments-to-laws-on-rights-of-persons-with-disabilities-come-into-force-in-ukraine/> Emergency Access Advisory Committee Meeting – January 11 <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/emergency-access-advisory-committee-meeting-january-11/> Americas <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/americas/> Jan 3, 2013 WASHINGTON, DC: The meeting of the Emergency Access Advisory Committee (EAAC) will be held at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) headquarters, 445 12th St., SW, Commission Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/emergency-access-advisory-committee-meeting-january-11/> Woman with disabilities files disability lawsuit against Chapel Hill shopping center <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/woman-with-disabilities-files-disability-lawsuit-against-chapel-hill-shopping-center/> Americas <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/americas/> Jan 3, 2013 CHAPEL HILL: A Florida woman who has filed hundreds of lawsuits complaining that businesses are not complying with the American Disabilities Act has filed one against Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/woman-with-disabilities-files-disability-lawsuit-against-chapel-hill-shopping-center/> New Architectural Barriers Act Complaint Form Ready for Review <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/new-architectural-barriers-act-complaint-form-ready-for-review/> Americas <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/americas/> Jan 3, 2013 The U.S. Access Board is launching an online form for filing accessibility complaints under the new Architectural Barriers Act (ABA) and requests public comments. The Access Board enforces accessibility standards Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/new-architectural-barriers-act-complaint-form-ready-for-review/> Peruvian government aims to improve lives of persons with disabilities <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/peruvian-government-aims-to-improve-lives-of-persons-with-disabilities/> Americas <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/americas/> Jan 3, 2013 LIMA: The Peruvian government will invest over 400 million soles (US$ 157.4 million) in 2013 in programs and projects to improve the quality of care and Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/peruvian-government-aims-to-improve-lives-of-persons-with-disabilities/> Assistive Technology Workshop Today <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/assistive-technology-workshop-today/> Americas <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/americas/> Jan 3, 2013 At the Delaware County Resource Center, This workshop is designed for parents/professionals working with children with disabilities. Michelle Cole from Family Resource Network will provide information Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/03/assistive-technology-workshop-today/> Accessible cinema proves a hit in Australia <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/02/accessible-cinema-proves-a-hit-in-australiaith-disabilities-proves-a-hit-in-australia/> Asia-Pacific <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/asia-pacific/> Jan 2, 2013 More Australians with disabilities will soon be able to enjoy the Boxing Day tradition of going to the movies. The Federal Government says new technology to Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/02/accessible-cinema-proves-a-hit-in-australiaith-disabilities-proves-a-hit-in-australia/> Foundation provides accessible buses to group helping adults with disabilities <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/01/foundation-provides-accessible-buses-to-group-helping-adults-with-disabilities/> Middle East <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/middle-east/> Jan 1, 2013 RIYADH: The Alwaleed Bin Talal Foundation, chaired by Prince Alwaleed Bin Talal, and the Physically Disabled Adults Association in Riyadh have supporting a public transport project. The Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/01/foundation-provides-accessible-buses-to-group-helping-adults-with-disabilities/> EEOC Sues Camden Place Health <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/01/eeoc-sues-camden-place-health-rehab-llc-for-disability-discrimination/> & Rehab, LLC for Disability Discrimination Americas <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/americas/> Jan 1, 2013 GREENSBORO, N.C.: Camden Place Health & Rehab, LLC, a North Carolina limited liability company that operates a nursing home in Greensboro, N.C., unlawfully refused to accommodate Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2013/01/01/eeoc-sues-camden-place-health-rehab-llc-for-disability-discrimination/> Taiwanese researchers unveil app for shoppers with vision disabilities <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2012/12/31/taiwanese-researchers-unveil-app-for-shoppers-with-vision-disabilities/> Asia-Pacific <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/asia-pacific/> Dec 31, 2012 TAIPEI: A free mobile application that can read out the floor guide of a shopping mall in southern Taiwan has been unveiled recently with the aim Read More... <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2012/12/31/taiwanese-researchers-unveil-app-for-shoppers-with-vision-disabilities/> Saudi Arabia Launches Accessible Car Project for Persons with Disabilities <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/2012/12/31/saudi-arabia-launches-accessible-car-project-for-persons-with-disabilities/> Middle East <http://globalaccessibilitynews.com/category/regions/middle-east/> Dec 31, 2012 RIYADH: Dr. Yusuf Ahmad Al-Othaimeen, Minister of Social Affairs, delivered the first batch of accessible vehicles for people with mobility disabilities. 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