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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Amtrak Pays $2 Million In Disability Discrimination Settlement

By Jack McElaney | January 14, 2022 | |

Accessibility in the News — 1/14/2022. 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[…]

2021 Was Another Record Year For Accessibility Litigation, What Will 2022 Bring?

By Jack McElaney | January 7, 2022 | |

Accessibility in the News — 1/7/2022. 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[…]

Disability Awareness Calendar

By Jack McElaney | January 1, 2026 | |

Last updated:05/01/2026 The 2026 Disability Awareness Calendar brings together disability awareness months, weeks, and days recognized in the United States and around the world. Organizations can use these observances to plan inclusive communications, training, employee engagement, and accessibility initiatives throughout the year. Maintained by Microassist’s Accessibility in the News team, this calendar is updated to help teams stay aware of key dates and align their outreach with the communities they[…]

Disability Awareness Calendar 2025

By Jack McElaney | January 1, 2025 | |

At Microassist, we are proud to reaffirm our commitment to supporting efforts to fully implement accessibility and inclusion, and ensuring the same principles of barrier-free access outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) also extends to digital environments. Digital content that is accessible to people with visual, auditory, cognitive, and mobility impairments reduces barriers in both the government and commercial arenas – opening access to resources and opportunities for[…]

Major Cities Continue To Be Sued For Inaccessible Transit, When Will It Improve?

By Jack McElaney | December 17, 2021 | |

Accessibility in the News — 12/17/2021. 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[…]

As 2021 Winds Down, Accessibility Litigation Continue To Rage On

By Jack McElaney | December 10, 2021 | |

Accessibility in the News — 12/10/2021. 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[…]

With The Busiest Travel Season Approaching How Accessible Is Air Travel?

By Jack McElaney | December 3, 2021 | |

Accessibility in the News — 12/3/2021. 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[…]

Transportation Accessibility To Increase With All Stations Accessibility Program

By Jack McElaney | November 19, 2021 | |

Accessibility in the News — 11/19/2021. 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[…]

DOJ Files Lawsuit Against Uber For Charging Wait Time Fees To Passengers With Disabilities

By Jack McElaney | November 12, 2021 | |

Accessibility in the News — 11/12/2021. 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[…]

DOJ Files Lawsuit Against State of Texas for Inaccessible Voting Practices

By Jack McElaney | November 5, 2021 | |

Accessibility in the News — 11/5/2021. 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[…]