Inclusion & Accessibility
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Assault on DEI: Critics use simplistic terms to attack the programs, but they are key to uprooting workplace bias
EDITORIAL, Education, Inclusion & Accessibility, Latest Stories, Loveland & Local, News, Region and Beyond, Spotlight, Statehouse and Around OhioFG Trade Latin/Gerry Images by The Conversation (Written by M. Cristina Alcalde, Vice President for Transformative and Inclusive Excellence at Miami University) ________________ Prominent politicians have recently increased their attacks on workplace programs that promote diversity, equity and inclusion, or DEI. They claim that initiatives that seek to be inclusive are divisive and lack merit. President-elect Donald Trump has vowed to ban…
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Ohio Board of Pharmacy launches tool to help those living with disabilities
Health & Wellness, Health-Wellness-Disability, Inclusion & Accessibility, Latest Stories, Spotlight, Statehouse and Around OhioBy: Marty Schladen – Ohio Capital Journal The Ohio Board of Pharmacy on Monday launched a tool to help people with low vision, hearing loss, or who face language barriers find pharmacies that can serve them. For many, the pharmacy is the most frequent point of contact with the healthcare system. Pharmacists can consult about their medications…
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Prevent Blindness Ohio Accepting Applications for Vision Research Fellowship
Health & Wellness, Health-Wellness-Disability, Inclusion & Accessibility, Latest Stories, Loveland & Local, News, SpotlightPrevent Blindness Ohio (PBO) is seeking applications for its 2025 Young Investigator Student Fellowship Awards for Female Scholars in Vision Research. The Fellowship Program is intended to provide support for female scientists committed to pursuing biomedical, behavioral or clinical research careers relevant to the mission of Prevent Blindness – to prevent blindness and preserve sight.…
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OOD Works Podcast: Understanding Social Security Disability Benefits Updates for 2025
Decisions on whether Ohioans are eligible for Social Security disability benefits are crucial for people looking to create a dependable foundation for their lives. Staff with the Division of Disability Determination (DDD) of Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) understand those needs and the importance of quickly processing cases and delivering accurate decisions. In agreement…
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“Local Families Benefit as Envision Raffles Dream Super Bowl Weekend”
Health & Wellness, Health-Wellness-Disability, Inclusion & Accessibility, Latest Stories, Loveland & Local, News, SpotlightCincinnati, Ohio – Local non-profit Envision is sending two lucky tri-state residents to the Super Bowl in 2025. Envision, a disability services nonprofit with over 60 years of service to the Greater Cincinnati region, is offering a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to win a Super Bowl Weekend Package, including 2 tickets to the 2025 Super Bowl in…
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Ohio Republican lawmaker says giving preferred pronouns on application indicates political leaning
By: Megan Henry – Ohio Capital Journal A Republican lawmaker said she wants to ban Ohio public universities from asking for prospective students’ preferred pronouns on college applications because, she claims, that could indicate their political ideology and possibly affect their admission. State Rep. Gail Pavliga, R-Portage County, recently introduced House Bill 686, which would also prohibit a public university from…
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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine signs transgender bathroom ban bill into law
Education, Health & Wellness, Inclusion & Accessibility, Latest Stories, News, Spotlight, Statehouse and Around OhioGetty Images. By: Megan Henry – Ohio Capital Journal Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has signed a bill into law banning transgender students from using school bathrooms and locker rooms that match up with their gender identity. The law requires people at Ohio K-12 schools and universities use the restroom that aligns with their gender assigned at birth.…
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State immigration laws will harm local law enforcement, police say
Getty Photos. By: Marty Schladen – Ohio Capital Journal WASHINGTON, D.C. — With Congress failing to pass any meaningful immigration reforms, state legislatures are increasingly taking up the issue. But some police officials and immigrant-rights advocates say the harshest of those laws will further overstretch police and drive many immigrants further into the shadows. Speaking last week…
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Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities offers tips for an inclusive Thanksgiving experience
Health-Wellness-Disability, Inclusion & Accessibility, Latest Stories, Loveland & Local, News, Region and Beyond, SpotlightWhile the holidays bring joy for many, they can be overwhelming for those with developmental disabilities or sensory-processing needs, who thrive on routine. To make your Thanksgiving celebration more sensory-friendly, consider these top five tips brought to you by Easterseals Midwest! Learn more about the Butler County Board of Developmental Disabilities.
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Accessibility Tools for all: People with a disability, Caregivers, Restaurant/Retail, Schools, and City Hall
Health & Wellness, Health-Wellness-Disability, Inclusion & Accessibility, Latest Stories, Loveland & Local, News, SpotlightLoveland, Ohio – Accessible Ohio and Loveland Magazine encourage all of us to prioritize accessibility from the start, promote inclusiveness, and ensure everyone can experience Loveland equitably. Accessible Ohio Specialists provide consultation to Ohio businesses, venues, attractions, and communities across the state. The services, programs, and partnerships of Accessible Ohio aim to help Ohioans live with…
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