Nonvisual Access Technology Specialist at the National Federation of the Blind

Baltimore, MD
Joined August 2013
ICYMI! @TechCrunch is talking about the Monarch, our upcoming dynamic tactile device, which made a big splash at CSUN. Thank you to @HumanWare & @NFB_Voice! Read about our eBRF initiative, technical aspects of the Monarch, & more. tcrn.ch/3JQfYKm
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Websites are required by law to be accessible, but without implementing regulations most businesses and retailers have little understanding of what accessible means. #NFBinDC #A11yAct
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We support the following legislative initiatives: Medical Device Nonvisual Accessibility Act Websites and Software Applications Accessibility Act Blind Americans Return to Work Act #NFBinDC
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It's not too late! Join the NFB CENA staff for a half-day seminar on automated and manual website accessibility testing from 1pm to 5pm Eastern. Register at nfb.org/programs-services/ce…
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Forgot to add #a11y; @nfb_voice@tpginteractive
Accessibility is in the recipe you follow, it’s the flour mixed with the ingredients, it’s the knead of the dough, it’s the taste of acceptance, it’s the utensils to eat, and the plates in which you share. It isn’t the icing on the cake — it’s the whole experience. 🎂
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This clearly demonstrates that the driver was aware of their obligation to carry service dogs, and his willful disregard of said obligation! @nfb_voice
Told a driver that I needed his help with looking for me because I’m a blind person, he asked me if I had a guide dog, I said yes, and then he claimed to not see me. Then waited until he could easily cancel the ride after hanging up on me so that I would get charged. Not OK @lyft
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Matt Hackert retweeted
Blind people use audible clues to gain context about what’s going on around us. If/when you see us approaching and you’re making some kind of noise (talking, typing, fiddling with your keys) don’t stop.
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Just got denied an @Uber ride because I’m a blind person and the driver apparently “doesn’t have time for that”. Who wants to bet nothing Will actually be done about this? 🤔
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BREAKING: Donald Trump melts down after the New York Times correctly states that his power in the GOP is "weakening" and pathetically demands that the paper surrender its "manufactured" Pulitzer Prize. RT IF YOU LOVE TO SEE HIM SQUIRM!
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Happy Birthday @Riccobono! 🎂🎊
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Matt Hackert retweeted
I have completed several of the tests myself nonvisually. When the app prompts to pair the reader, press the button, wait a second, then press and hold for 2 or 3 seconds, and the process should move on. #A11y @nfb_Voice @Matt_Hackert
Matt Hackert retweeted
The @EllumeHealth #Covid19 tests distributed by the government can be completed nonvisually. Even though the app says to look for the light, this is not necessary to test successfully. The app moves to the next step once the reader connects. #A11y @nfb_Voice @Matt_Hackert
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Just about ready to take off! BWI to NOLA, #nfb22
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Checked in at my gate, dparting soon for NOLA! #nfb22
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We’re looking forward to seeing @FreedomSci around at #nFB22. Thank you for being one of our Platinum sponsors.
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Interested in a goody bag for your guide dog? NAGDU is selling them for five dollars apiece they contain a harness pouch a roll of pick up bags and a treat for your dog. You can send payment virtually via the Cash App $NFBnagdu PayPal or zell using [email protected].
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.@googleaccess is a Platinum sponsor of #NFB22. Thank you for your support of the organized blind movement.
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Just finished setting up my schedule in the CrowdCompass mobile app. Now, I'll at least know where I'm supposed to be, even if I haven't yet figured out how to get there! #nfb22
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