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Thank you to everyone who joined our town hall meeting in Rhode Island! We heard dozens of comments regarding the state of accessibility in the Ocean State and beyond. These meetings are key to our understanding of the issues affecting people with disabilities all across the U.S.
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Digital access is essential for people with disabilities to be able to participate in society and utilize government programs. Join us for our next webinar on July 14 at 1:00 PM (ET) for a session on U.S. digital accessibility laws. ➡️ accessibilityonline.org/cioc…
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Our Executive Director Sachin Pavithran was honored to be a panelist at @inABLEorg Inclusive Africa Conference in Nairobi. He participated in a roundtable with other global accessibility leaders on the topic of developing a continent-wide Digital Accessibility Standard. #IAC2026
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Don't worry if you didn't catch the Board's recent webinar, A Systematic Approach to PDF Accessibility. The webinar recording is available online. This session covered the most and least common PDF accessibility issues that users face. ➡️ accessibilityonline.org/cioc…
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To receive updates on information and communication technologies, sign up for the Board’s ICT email subscription: public.govdelivery.com/accou…

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During the Access Board's recent town hall in Rhode Island, we heard dozens of public comments from community members, which included accessible housing, medical facilities, public rights-of-way, and emergency planning, among other concerns. ➡️ access-board.gov/news/2026/0…
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Don't miss out on @HUDgov's upcoming Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST training! The next virtual session is on Tuesday, June 16 at 10:00 am & 2:00 pm, and will cover the Fair Housing Accessibility Guidelines: Supplemental Notice and Special Topics. ➡️ hud.gov/hud-partners/accessi…
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The U.S. Access Board mourns the passing of former Board Member Joseph Cirillo, who was appointed by President Bush in 2006. Joe was a leader in the fields of architecture and accessibility in Rhode Island and around the nation. Read our tribute to Joe: access-board.gov/news/2026/0…
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Don't miss out on the Board's recent webinar that covered the requirements for accessible pedestrian signals. Watch the archived webinar hosted by our partners at @adagreatlakes: accessibilityonline.org/ao/a…
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If you’re interested in learning about the #ADA, ABA, or how the built environment can be made more accessible for people with #disabilities, sign up for the Board’s free subscription: public.govdelivery.com/accou…

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Didn't have the chance to join the Access Board for our town hall meeting in Rhode Island? Don't worry, the full town hall recording is available online and provides a great opportunity to learn more about the state of accessibility in the Ocean State: youtube.com/watch?v=zwPK4t7d…
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Data plays a critical role in how we understand disability and the state of accessibility in our nation. Read up on important disability demographics in the Annual Disability Statistics Compendium 2026, which was developed by @UNHIOD and funded by @ACLgov: researchondisability.org/sit…
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Don't miss your opportunity to come and join the Access Board as a Student Trainee (Legal Intern)! This temporary position is open to qualifying students and is a GS 7-9. Apply for this exciting opportunity by June 4, 2026! ➡️ usajobs.gov/job/870366700
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Don't miss out on @HUDgov's upcoming Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST training! The next virtual session is on Tuesday, June 2 at 10:00 am & 2:00 pm, and will cover the Fair Housing Act Requirement 7: Approaches to Appliances in Kitchens. ➡️ hud.gov/hud-partners/accessi…
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Don't forget to join our next webinar on Thursday, June 4 at 2:30 PM (ET) to learn about the requirements, research, and guidance on the use of Tactile Walking Surface Indicators for pedestrians with vision disabilities. ➡️ accessibilityonline.org/ao/s…
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U.S. Access Board retweeted
Upcoming learning opportunity happening June 4!
Tactile Walking Surface Indicators play a critical role in helping navigate pedestrians who are blind or have low vision. Join the Board for a webinar on the requirements for this important accessibility feature on June 4, from 2:30 – 4:00 PM (ET). ➡️ accessibilityonline.org/ao/s…
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Thank you to all who joined @USGSA & the Board at the 2026 Interagency Accessibility Forum! Our Executive Director Sachin Pavithran, along with staff members Amy Nieves & David O'Keefe, led sessions on the critical role of accessibility in the mission of the federal government.
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Are you currently a student and seeking a career in law? Come and join the Access Board as a Student Trainee (Legal Intern)! This temporary position is open to qualifying students and is a GS 7-9. Apply for this exciting opportunity by June 4, 2026! ➡️ usajobs.gov/job/870366700
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Happy Global Accessibility Awareness Day! Come and learn about new developments in the world of digital accessibility over on the Section 508 website: section508.gov/whats-new/
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Tactile Walking Surface Indicators play a critical role in helping navigate pedestrians who are blind or have low vision. Join the Board for a webinar on the requirements for this important accessibility feature on June 4, from 2:30 – 4:00 PM (ET). ➡️ accessibilityonline.org/ao/s…
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U.S. Access Board retweeted
Upcoming learning opportunity happening May 26 - learn all about #FHA accessibility requirements for kitchens!
Don't miss out on @HUDgov's upcoming Fair Housing Accessibility FIRST training! The next virtual session is on May 26 at 10:00 am & 2:00 pm, and will cover the Fair Housing Act Requirement 7: Kitchens. ➡️ hud.gov/hud-partners/accessi…
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