All articles tagged with #disability advocate
Paul Alexander, who contracted polio as a child and spent decades in an iron lung, passed away at 78. Despite his condition, he earned a law degree, wrote a book, and gained a large social media following. Known for his positive outlook, he inspired people worldwide and advocated for the inclusion of disabled individuals in society.
Tristram Ingham, a physician and disability advocate with facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD), is using Apple's new speech accessibility features, including Personal Voice and Live Speech, to preserve his voice. As his condition progresses, Ingham faces the possibility of losing his ability to speak, but with these features, he can create a voice that sounds like him and communicate using typed phrases spoken aloud. Ingham praises the autonomy and self-determination that these technologies provide, allowing individuals with disabilities to maintain their own voices. Apple's commitment to accessibility and supporting nonspeaking users is highlighted, and Ingham emphasizes the importance of technology in enabling him to continue working, volunteering, and maintaining personal connections with loved ones.