Our Events
The latest talks & workshops from
the Ability Project.
The Ability Lab @ Hack NYU
The Ability Lab is proud to host the HackNYU Accessible and Assistive Tech track!
RegisterWorkshop: Assistive Technology used by People with Disabilities A collaboration of New York University & NYU Shanghai
Assistive technology (AT), including powered mobility, computer access devices, communication aids, and environmental devices, is used by people with disabilities to participate in activities that would otherwise be impossible or difficult. Health professionals like occupational therapists, physical therapists and speech language pathologists often work with people with disabilities to select the most appropriate technologies for their own specific needs.
Read the restTech@NYU and A11NYC Present: Building Accessible Websites
Most people can’t live without the internet., which is fine because they don’t have to. It’s easy when at the click of a mouse, the world can be ‘at your fingertips.’ However, this applies to those that can use a mouse …. and see the screen … and hear the audio – in other words, if you don’t have a disability of any kind.”
Read the restAccessible Web Development Workshop
Learn how to design, test, and build accessible UI’s with HTML5, Sass/CSS, and JavaScript, demonstrated by designers and developers at thoughtbot. In the process, learn about types of disabilities, motivations for accessibility, best practices, testing tools, and accessible UI libraries. Join us and become a better developer! Accessibility overlaps with other best practices such as mobile web design, device independence, multi-modal interaction, usability, design for older users, and search engine optimization.
RegisterThe Andrew Heiskell Library’s Community, Culture, and Technology Fair!
Andrew Heiskell Library as it transforms into a hub for representatives from New York’s great cultural institutions, premier museums, sports programs, technology vendors, and community groups, all focusing on offerings for people who are blind, visually impaired, or physically disabled. Hear VIP speakers, enjoy hands-on art, meet reps from helpful organizations, explore tools for independent living, try out assistive technology with our tech coaches, and get a goodie bag while supplies last.
Read the restDiversability Unplugged: Ask Me Anything, Two Perspectives on Womanhood and Disability
Most people can’t live without the internet., which is fine because they don’t have to. It’s easy when at the click of a mouse, the world can be ‘at your fingertips.’ However, this applies to those that can use a mouse …. and see the screen … and hear the audio – in other words, if you don’t have a disability of any kind.”
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