Microassist's Accessibility in the News

Microassist's Accessibility in the News is a widely read, free weekly newsletter curated by Jack McElaney. Newsletter sections include a compilation of accessibility articles and blogs, a list of accessibility conferences and training, accessibility job announcements, and a listing of accessibility resource pages.

Featured by Wall Street Journal, its sole purpose is to educate people interested or involved in accessibility related to the Americans with Disabilities Act Title I, II, or III, and Sections 504 and 508 of the U.S. Rehabilitation Act. It also covers numerous international topics from all over the world.

Past issues of Microassist's Accessibility in the News are archived and searchable on this website.

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DOJ Announces Plan To Adopt Web Accessibility Guidelines

By Jack McElaney | August 12, 2022 | |

Accessibility in the News — 8/12/2022. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

All Stations Accessibility Program To Help Improve Public Transportation Accessibility Across The United States

By Jack McElaney | August 5, 2022 | |

Accessibility in the News — 8/5/2022. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

Celebrating 32 Years Since The Signing Of The Americans With Disabilities Act

By Jack McElaney | July 22, 2022 | |

Accessibility in the News — 7/22/2022. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility Resources on[…]

Chicago Cubs Sued Over Lack Of Accessibility At Wrigley Field

By Jack McElaney | July 15, 2022 | |

Accessibility in the News — 7/15/2022. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

Six Years of AITN Later, How Has The ADA Landscape Changed?

By Jack McElaney | July 8, 2022 | |

Accessibility in the News — 7/8/2022. Hello Everyone: For the last six years every Thursday night (312 nights to be exact!) has been dedicated to curating hand-picked national and international articles, blogs, training, conferences, employment resources, job listings, announcements, tips, and listings of accessibility pages that have helped create Accessibility in the News each week. That’s a lot of researching, reading, curating, and coffee! From the beginning, the sole purpose of my[…]

What Does The Overturning of Roe V. Wade Mean For People With Disabilities?

By Jack McElaney | July 1, 2022 | |

Accessibility in the News — 7/1/2022. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

MTA Vows To Make Subway 95% Accessible… By 2055

By Jack McElaney | June 24, 2022 | |

Accessibility in the News — 6/24/2022. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

What Will Accessible Outdoor Recreation Look Like This Summer?

By Jack McElaney | June 17, 2022 | |

Accessibility in the News — 6/17/2022. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

Canada Is Working Hard To Reach Goal Of Accessible Canada Act, Are They Hitting Their Targets?

By Jack McElaney | June 3, 2022 | |

Accessibility in the News — 6/03/2022. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]

New Illinois Legislation To Protect People With Disabilities From Housing Discrimination

By Jack McElaney | May 27, 2022 | |

Accessibility in the News — 5/27/2022. NOTE: To get news like this every week in your inbox, before it hits our website, subscribe to our Accessibility in the News e-newsletter. There are no ads or graphics, and we never send spam. Just use the sign-up form on this page to subscribe and stay up to date! Feature Story Skip to National News (U.S.) | Skip to International News More Accessibility[…]