The Clear2Connect Coalition

This #FeatureFriday shoutout goes to National Military Family Association for their work supporting caregivers, spouses & kids, including access to communication tools like captioned phones. #Clear2Connect #NMFA #MilitaryFamilies #VeteransSupport

This #FeatureFriday goes to Dixon Center For Military and Veterans Services for helping veterans thrive in civilian life. They also ensure access to tools like captioned phones is part of the plan. #Clear2Connect #DixonCenter #VeteransSupport

35 years ago, the ADA became law, reshaping public life by guaranteeing access and prohibiting disability-based discrimination. We honor that legacy by continuing to advocate for communications access for all, especially our nation’s Veterans. #ADA35 #Accessibility

Read more here: 🔗 fcc.gov/FCCAAA

The @FCC just honored 4 leaders with the 2025 Chairman’s Awards for Advancement in Accessibility: Victoria Bond, Greg Hlibok, Nikolas Kelly, and Dr. Christian Vogler. Their work in ASL access, relay policy, AI, and telecom research is reshaping communications access.

This #FeatureFriday shoutout goes to @BVAAssociation for supporting veterans with vision loss. From captioned phone access to peer connection, they’ve been leading the way since 1945. #Clear2Connect #VeteransSupport

Shoutout to @JWVUSA for over 125 years of veteran advocacy. From honoring Jewish service members to fighting for access to tools like captioned phones, JWV leads with action. #FeatureFriday #Clear2Connect #VeteransSupport #JWV

This #FeatureFriday we salute @AFSAHQ for championing veteran access to captioned telephone service and disability-inclusive tech. Thank you @AFSAHQ for the work you do. #VeteransAdvocacy #AccessibilityMatters #VeteranSupport

This Memorial Day, we honor heroes we have lost, and support those still fighting to heal. Veterans like Kele found hope thanks to @k9sforwarriors + his service dog, Luca. 🇺🇸 #FeatureFriday #Clear2Connect #K9sForWarriors #MemorialDay #ServiceDogsSaveLives

Read the full article here: news.va.gov/138834/blind-v… #AccessibilityMatters #VeteranInnovation #ThinkAndZoom

Read this inspiring article about Zuby Onwuta, a blind Vetrepreneur who’s transforming accessibility for people with disabilities. After losing his vision, Zuby created @thinkandzoom, a hands-free solution that uses brainwaves to zoom in or convert text to audio. 💡

Zuby credits his success to his military resilience and the support he received through @DAVHQ 's Patriot Boot Camp, which provides Veterans with entrepreneurial skills and mentorship.

Learn more: aboutamazon.com/news/devices/a…

🎉 @Amazon is leveling up accessibility on Fire TV! Dual Audio: Stream w/hearing aids & TV speakers simultaneously. Global Audio Streaming for Hearing Aids Support: Now works with more hearing aids. Tactile QR Codes: Easy setup for users with low-vision.

Let’s work together for inclusive shopping experiences! Read more: disabilitynewsservice.com/seven-supermar…

Shoppers with disabilities are calling attention to inaccessible fridge/freezer section doors at some grocery stores. Physical access (like communication access) & sustainability can go hand in hand with the right design solutions.

Let’s make Instagram accessible for all! – Add alt text to images. – Use descriptive captions for context. – Include subtitles on videos. Let’s create a more inclusive digital community. londondaily.news/instagram-acce… #AccessibleInstagram #InclusionMatters

👏 Kudos to @PBS for making children’s TV more accessible! Special ASL-interpreted episodes from Fred Rogers Productions streamed 8.5M times on PBS Kids. Inclusion starts here! #Accessibility #InclusiveMedia #PBSKids

AI is transforming how students with disabilities access information, from personalized chatbots to real-time text-to-speech tools. This isn’t just tech—it’s equity in action. Learn how AI is breaking barriers: voanews.com/a/ai-technolog…

Join the @AccessBoard's AI Equity Series as they present preliminary findings on AI’s risks and benefits for the disability community. 📅 Jan 14, 2025 | 2-3:30 PM ET 💻 Zoom | Passcode: 524293 Let’s discuss AI & accessibility! #AIEquity #AccessibilityMatters