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Sorenson Acquires OmniBridge and Hand Talk to Develop Automated Sign Language Translation Capabilities

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Sorenson Acquires OmniBridge and Hand Talk to Develop Automated Sign Language Translation Capabilities

Combination of market-leading AI-driven sign language recognition and generation will transform options and services available to Deaf and hard-of-hearing people SALT LAKE CITY, Jan. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Sorenson, the no. 1 global provider of communications solutions for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing and one of the largest language translation companies, today announced the acquisition of OmniBridge, … Read more

Securing Your Domain Portfolio in the Event of Disability

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Securing Your Domain Portfolio in the Event of Disability

ATLANTA, Dec. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Michael Gargiulo, CEO of VPN.com and a recognized authority in the domain name industry, has been featured once again in Forbes Technology Council. In his latest article, What Happens to My Domains If I Become Disabled?, Gargiulo provides essential advice for business owners and domain investors on how to safeguard digital … Read more

The Inner Circle acknowledges, Joy Marie Willadsen as a Pinnacle Professional Member Inner Circle of Excellence

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The Inner Circle acknowledges, Joy Marie Willadsen as a Pinnacle Professional Member Inner Circle of Excellence

TYLER, Texas, Oct. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Joy Marie Willadsen is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Professional Member Inner Circle of Excellence for her contributions as A Beacon of Support for Individuals with Disabilities.                Joy Marie Willadsen is making a profound impact in the lives of individuals with disabilities and … Read more

Disabled girl found drowned in Menggatal river

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Disabled girl found drowned in Menggatal river

KOTA KINABALU: An 11-year-old girl with a disability has been found drowned. The body of Indah Tawasil was discovered and recovered by search and rescuers at around 6.30pm, some five hours after she went missing. The body was handed over to police for further action. The girl had gone missing after jumping from a bridge … Read more

Nearly 20 Shriners Children’s Patients and Alumni Preparing to Compete in 2024 Paris Paralympics

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Nearly 20 Shriners Children’s Patients and Alumni Preparing to Compete in 2024 Paris Paralympics

Athletes Share Common Goal of Helping Raise Awareness for People with Physical Differences TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — If Shriners Children’s were a country competing in this year’s Paralympic Games in Paris, it would be well represented. The nonprofit healthcare system which specializes in treating orthopedic conditions, burns, spinal cord injuries, and cleft … Read more

I’m Disabled — And Here Are 3 Meaningful Ways Companies Can Foster a More Inclusive Workplace

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I’m Disabled — And Here Are 3 Meaningful Ways Companies Can Foster a More Inclusive Workplace

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. Disability Awareness Month is not just about acknowledging the hardships that come with having a disability — it’s also about recognizing the work of disabled people and how we can make physical spaces, policies and practices more accessible in the workplace. I’ve lived with Spinal Muscular Atrophy, … Read more

Wayfinder Family Services Earns Highest Possible Rating from Charity Navigator

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Wayfinder Family Services Earns Highest Possible Rating from Charity Navigator

LOS ANGELES, June 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Wayfinder Family Services has earned a Four-Star Rating, the highest possible rating from Charity Navigator. This rating designates Wayfinder Family Services as an official “Give with Confidence” charity, indicating that the organization is using its donations effectively based on Charity Navigator’s criteria. Charity Navigator is America’s largest and most-utilized … Read more

The 18th Annual Disability Matters North America Conference & Awards Winners are Announced.

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The 18th Annual Disability Matters North America Conference & Awards Winners are Announced.

Springboard Consulting honors companies for Disability Inclusion. FOLLY BEACH, S.C., April 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Winners of the 2024 Disability Matters North America Awards were announced throughout the conference on Thursday and Friday, April 4 & 5 in-person and via simultaneous live-stream from Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The Awards honor companies for their innovative programs resulting in … Read more

Mainland Chinese journalist Wang Zhian banned from Taiwan after mocking disabled DPP candidate

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Mainland Chinese journalist Wang Zhian banned from Taiwan after mocking disabled DPP candidate

Beijing sees ‘hope and opportunity’ in DPP’s weak Taiwan election result Taiwan’s National Immigration Agency said on Wednesday that the ban was imposed because Wang entered Taiwan on a tourist visa, but his participation in the show did not correspond with the purpose of the trip. For years, Taiwanese authorities turned a blind eye to … Read more