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Able Newspaper Able News, a publication of The Viscardi Center, serves as a resource for amplifying perspectives of New York’s diverse, vibrant disability community.

Blind gamer and accessibility advocate Ross Minor has spent years pushing the gaming industry to make play possible for ...
11/14/2025

Blind gamer and accessibility advocate Ross Minor has spent years pushing the gaming industry to make play possible for everyone. After losing his sight at age eight, he built a YouTube community of more than 30,000 subscribers, began consulting directly with developers, and turned his lifelong love of games into a platform for change. He recently spoke with Able News about the tools he uses, the gaps that still exist, and why accessible gaming has become his mission. Read the full story at https://ablenews.com/

This Veterans Day, we honor those who’ve served — and the impact they continue to make. Jose Ramos, Vice President of Go...
11/11/2025

This Veterans Day, we honor those who’ve served — and the impact they continue to make. Jose Ramos, Vice President of Government & Community Relations for the Wounded Warrior Project and 2024 Henry Viscardi Achievement Award recipient, spoke with Able News’ editor Joie Tyrrell about his experiences recovering from combat injuries and advocating for accessibility and inclusion for veterans and people with disabilities. Read the full conversation at https://ablenews.com/

Advocates, families, and policymakers gathered on Long Island to speak out against proposed federal Medicaid cuts that c...
11/07/2025

Advocates, families, and policymakers gathered on Long Island to speak out against proposed federal Medicaid cuts that could impact millions of Americans with disabilities. In his latest Able News article, Christopher Alvarez covers the 30th Annual Long Island Family Support Services Advisory Council Legislative Breakfast which addressed the need for stronger support, sustained funding, and greater inclusion. Read the full story at https://ablenews.com/

The impact of a government shutdown reaches far beyond politics — especially for people with disabilities and those rely...
11/05/2025

The impact of a government shutdown reaches far beyond politics — especially for people with disabilities and those relying on essential healthcare services. In his latest article for Able News, James Weisman, Esq., examines how stalled federal funding could affect access to care, education, and critical supports for millions of Americans. Read the full piece at https://ablenews.com

As we give thanks this season, we’re especially grateful for our readers like you. In our November issue, read about:Acc...
11/01/2025

As we give thanks this season, we’re especially grateful for our readers like you. In our November issue, read about:
Accessible Transit - The Metropolitan Transportation Authority - MTA is upgrading emergency alert technology.
Spotlight Story – Meet a blind gamer who is making play open to all.
Lifestyle and Culture – Opera’s transformative season and a holiday gift guide featuring adaptable tech.
And, be sure to peruse our Conversations with Able News featuring a story from one of the leaders of Wounded Warrior Project!

Start reading now at https://ablenews.com/full-editions/

Image description: Group of individuals on a train platform near a Help Point. One is seated in a wheelchair and another is using a walker.

As October comes to an end, conversations about women's health continue. Legislation now requires that women be notified...
10/30/2025

As October comes to an end, conversations about women's health continue. Legislation now requires that women be notified if mammograms show dense breast tissue. Read the full story from the Katz Institute for Women's Health at https://ablenews.com

With fall in full swing, Kimberly Minto, founder of Sitting Beauty Magazine, shares simple, accessible style tips for tr...
10/22/2025

With fall in full swing, Kimberly Minto, founder of Sitting Beauty Magazine, shares simple, accessible style tips for transitioning your look with ease this season. Read the full piece at https://ablenews.com/

A milestone for the Deaf and DeafBlind communities — Brooklyn’s first Deaf & DeafBlind Museum & Research Center is now o...
10/20/2025

A milestone for the Deaf and DeafBlind communities — Brooklyn’s first Deaf & DeafBlind Museum & Research Center is now open at St. Francis de Sales School for the Deaf. Read Steven McCoy’s full article for the story behind this historic moment at https://ablenews.com/brooklyns-first-deaf-deafblind-museum/

Able News is at the NYPL The New York Public Library Community, Culture and Technology Fair in Manhattan
10/17/2025

Able News is at the NYPL The New York Public Library Community, Culture and Technology Fair in Manhattan

In honor of — a celebration of the achievements of people who are blind or visually impaired and the white cane as a s...
10/15/2025

In honor of — a celebration of the achievements of people who are blind or visually impaired and the white cane as a symbol of independence — we’re shining a spotlight on Thomas Panek, CEO of the Lighthouse Guild and the first person in this role with a visual disability. His leadership underscores the power of representation, especially in positions that shape the future of accessibility and inclusion. Earlier this year, he joined Emily Ladau for a conversation with Able News about his journey, accomplishments, and hopes for the future. Read the full story at https://ablenews.com/meet-thomas-panek-the-new-lighthouse-guild-ceo/

In this October 2025 issue of Able News, Esme Mazzeo spotlights how NYC: ATWORK is connecting New Yorkers with disabilit...
10/10/2025

In this October 2025 issue of Able News, Esme Mazzeo spotlights how NYC: ATWORK is connecting New Yorkers with disabilities to meaningful employment opportunities — and how programs like these are helping shift the narrative around disability and work. Read the full story for free at the link in our bio.

In this October 2025 issue of Able News, Esme Mazzeo spotlights how NYC: ATWORK is connecting New Yorkers with disabilit...
10/10/2025

In this October 2025 issue of Able News, Esme Mazzeo spotlights how NYC: ATWORK is connecting New Yorkers with disabilities to meaningful employment opportunities — and how programs like these are helping shift the narrative around disability and work. Read the full story for free at ablenews.com

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