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society1 year ago•4 min saved

Cracker Barrel Faces Outcry for Denying Service to Disabled Students

Cracker Barrel in Waldorf, Maryland, apologized after refusing service to a group of students with disabilities, citing staffing issues and miscommunication. The incident, which occurred during a field trip aimed at teaching life skills, sparked community outrage and plans for a protest. Cracker Barrel stated the refusal was not related to the students' disabilities and expressed a commitment to improving their practices. Parents and community members, however, remain upset, emphasizing the need for respect and inclusion.

via TODAY|

#apology #communityoutcry #crackerbarrel

news1 year ago•2 min saved

Cracker Barrel Faces Backlash for Denying Service to Special Needs Students

A Cracker Barrel restaurant in Waldorf, Maryland, reportedly refused to serve a group of students with disabilities from Charles County Public Schools during a community field trip, citing unexpected staffing issues. The incident led to public outcry and an apology from Cracker Barrel, which attributed the refusal to operational missteps and poor communication, not the students' capabilities. The company is working with the school to prevent future issues, while other local businesses have offered their venues for future trips.

via New York Post |

#communityoutreach #crackerbarrel #customerservice

travel-and-accessibility2 years ago•2 min saved

"Passenger Endures Long Wait for Wheelchair Repair Post Southwest Flight"

Lydia Arina Barron filmed her wheelchair being mishandled by Southwest Airlines, resulting in damage. Despite being an ambulatory user, the damage impacted her daily life and caused additional expenses. Southwest Airlines has been in touch to resolve the issue, but Barron emphasizes the need for better training for airline staff handling mobility devices and greater awareness among disabled passengers of their rights. The Department of Transportation reports a rise in mishandled mobility equipment by airlines, with USA TODAY tracking these incidents to shed light on the challenges faced by travelers with disabilities.

via USA TODAY|

##airlinewheelchairdamage #airtravel

society-and-culture2 years ago•3 min saved

Rev. William Barber II Addresses Removal from Theater, Advocates for Disability Rights

Rev. William Barber II, a civil rights leader, was asked to leave an AMC theater in Greenville, NC, due to his special chair, which staff claimed violated fire code. Barber, who has ankylosing spondylitis, uses the chair for his disability. The incident, which involved police escorting Barber out, led to an apology from AMC and a planned meeting with the CEO to discuss accessibility. The North Carolina NAACP has shown support for Barber, advocating for increased accessibility in AMC theaters.

via USA TODAY|

##accessibility #amctheaters

civil-rights-disability-rights2 years ago•3 min saved

AMC Issues Apology for Removal of Civil Rights Leader William Barber II at 'The Color Purple' Screening

Civil rights leader Bishop William Barber was denied accommodation for his disability at an AMC theater in Greenville, NC, leading to police being called for alleged trespassing. Barber, who has ankylosing spondylitis, brought his own chair to a screening of "The Color Purple" but was told it would create a fire hazard. AMC's CEO has since reached out to Barber to discuss the incident and review policies. The North Carolina NAACP, which Barber formerly headed, is calling for AMC to ensure accessibility and has started an online petition. Barber has retained civil rights attorneys and plans to meet with AMC's president for systemic change.

via The Root|

##amctheaters #civil-rights-disability-rights