World Enabled

#buildequity #Cities4All #Inclusion #Accessibility #UniversalDesign #empowerment During our Design Sprint's Lightning Talks (April 26-27) @World Enabled and @Google will highlight problems that Cities face such as identifying and responding to access and inclusion barriers. They need better tools to understand data, deploy indicators, and develop measurement tools.

Allie Cannington is #hiring. Know anyone who might be interested?

📰 Proud to share an insightful interview between our founder and former President, Dr. Victor Pineda and Steven Aquino, featured in Forbes. Dr. Pineda, a visionary in disability inclusion and accessibility, highlights that accessibility goes beyond compliance—it's a driver of innovation. In the interview, he shares his journey, the challenges faced by the disabled community, and how businesses can lead the way in fostering inclusivity. Although Dr. Pineda is not with us day-to-day, his legacy and vision continue to guide our global work. Our dedicated team led by Serida Lucrezia Catalano and Milenko Podunavac is strengthened by partners. We remain committed to our mission of advancing accessibility and inclusion worldwide. Read the full interview here! 🌟 https://lnkd.in/g7_4gQe5 #DisabilityInclusion #Accessibility #Innovation #Forbes #Leadership

On May 23, Amsterdam signed the #CitiesForAll Global Compact on Inclusive and Accessible Cities. This commitment reflects a deep understanding of the challenges faced by persons with disabilities and older adults. By embracing principles such as non-discrimination, accessibility, participation, inclusive urban policies, capacity building, and data for development, Amsterdam is leading by example in the global effort to create inclusive and accessible cities. As we move forward, it is essential to ensure that these principles are not just aspirational but are actively integrated into all facets of urban development. By doing so, we can create a more equitable and inclusive society where everyone, regardless of their physical abilities, can thrive. Your initiative also highlights the importance of collaborative efforts. The partnership with organizations like Clientenbelang Amsterdam and World Enabled is crucial in bringing diverse perspectives to the table and ensuring that solutions are both comprehensive and effective. Congratulations to Amsterdam on this significant commitment to #accessibility and #inclusion! Your dedication to making the city's public transport and streets more accessible is commendable and a crucial step toward ensuring that all citizens can navigate the urban environment with ease and dignity. Thank you, Alexander Scholtes, Melanie van der Horst, and the entire team in Amsterdam, for your leadership and commitment to this important cause. Let's continue to work together to build cities that leave no one behind.

Hot Off The Presses: Center for Independent Living Welcomes Dr. Victor Santiago Pineda as New Executive Director Amid Crucial Times for Disability Rights Berkeley, CA – May 8, 2024 – As the 2024 elections approach, the stakes have never been higher for the 61 million adults in the United States living with a disability. At this pivotal moment, the Center for Independent Living (CIL), a cornerstone of the disability rights movement since 1972, proudly announces the appointment of Dr. Victor Santiago Pineda as its new Executive Director. Dr. Pineda, a renowned global advocate and scholar, is set to lead CIL into a future where the hard-won victories for disability rights face both opportunities and challenges. With threats looming over essential accessibility gains and civil rights, Dr. Pineda’s leadership is timely. His extensive experience in shaping key disability rights initiatives, including roles under former President Barack Obama and significant contributions to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, positions him uniquely to safeguard and advance these freedoms. Joshua Halstead, Chair of the Board of CIL, shares his enthusiasm: "With Dr. Pineda at the helm, CIL is poised to tackle today's most pressing issues—protecting vital benefits, ensuring access and accommodation, and innovating community-based emergency preparedness. His visionary leadership is exactly what we need to steer us through these challenging times." Joan Leon, an influential disability rights activist, echoed this sentiment, stating, "Victor has always been a trailblazer in our community. His leadership at CIL is crucial as we strive to amplify the voices of people with disabilities during this highly consequential election cycle and beyond." Dr. Pineda’s strategy includes invigorating CIL’s mission with new vigor aimed at enhancing quality of life for persons with disabilities and addressing the growing needs of older adults transitioning into disability. His approach marries historical advocacy with cutting-edge strategies to foster deep community ties and build strategic partnerships across sectors. Under Dr. Pineda’s guidance, CIL will host a series of town halls to sculpt a future where disability rights are synonymous with human rights, ensuring independence is within everyone's reach. Initiatives under his leadership will focus on harnessing emerging technologies and creating integrative solutions for mobility, housing, and employment, thus reinforcing CIL’s legacy as a vanguard of policy and research on a national and international stage. Join us as we embark on this transformative journey with Dr. Pineda, reinforcing our commitment to a society where every individual is empowered and every voice is heard. For more insights into Dr. Pineda’s vision and upcoming CIL initiatives, or to schedule an interview, please contact: Nagisa Smalheiser Media & Communications Manager CIL: nsmalheiser@thecil.org https://lnkd.in/gZH2-mWm

Don't miss out on our exciting AI Data for Inclusive Development event launching the Amsterdam4All AI Playbook for Inclusive and Accessible Cities. Spaces are limited for this pioneering event co-organized by World Enabled, City of Amsterdam Office of Artificial Intelligence, & Cliëntenbelang Amsterdam. Be sure to register now and secure your place to hear from an impressive line-up of speakers leading the way in AI and inclusive design. Remember, it's happening on Tuesday, April 23rd. Your participation is crucial as we chart a path towards more inclusive urban design through AI. *AI Data for Inclusive Development - Launch of the Amsterdam4All AI Playbook* Tuesday April 23rd Time: 12:00 - 13:15 EST / 9:00 - 10:15 PDT / 17:00 - 18:15 CET Register Here: https://lnkd.in/dbmrjCxK

• 25% of the population is disabled • $8T Spending Power from the disability community  • 28% higher profit margins when disability inclusion is prioritized  • 30% higher revenue when disability inclusion is prioritized  • 75% consumers find companies who are inclusive in their advertising more trustworthy than those who don’t • 80% of consumers express a desire to do more business with inclusive companies • 84% of consumers have a more favorable impressions of companies that include people with disabilities in their marketing Maya Malas Heidi Alaskary Sandra Willis Serida Catalano Luis Artieda Frank Cooper III Phil McKenzie Regina "Gina" Kline Will Travis Helle Bank Jørgensen Yarrow Kraner Zachary Kerschberg the Valuable 500 Errol Flanagan Kim Dabbs Augmentin AI