Accessibility MISSION PRODUCTS & INNOVATION STORIES RESOURCES SEARCH Creating Connection and Community In our quest for accessibility that leads to greater inclusivity, we are pushing technology's potential to bridge the distances between us, strengthen connections and realize our goals. Continued innovation in accessible technology paves the road to real progress. "Just the thought of leaving my wheelchair behind, the wind blowing in my face, it was so liberating. It was a sense of freedom." Technology Bridging Distance | AT&T: 3:50 Elite, competitive paracyclist Gabby Platt relied on technology throughout the pandemic to maintain crucial connections and continue training – even when connecting was a challenge. Gabby’s story of strength and determination demonstrates the power of accessible technology to create community and support personal triumph. Corey Anthony, AT&T’s Chief Diversity and Development Officer, shares the company's commitment to accessibility and its role as an amplifier to inclusivity. Determination. Innovation. Inspiration. Read stories of how these aspirations converge in accessibility for the more than 61 million people in the U.S. living with disabilities. NDEAM: Taking the ‘dis’ out of job opportunities for those with disabilities October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). In 2020, the unemployment rate for people with disabilities was more than twice that of people without – the result of a “tyranny of low expectations,” according to an AT&T expert. Because those expectations are so low, the level of opportunities often is, too. See what’s needed to change that Busting myths: Solutions engineer talks truth about digital accessibility What is digital accessibility – and who needs it? It doesn’t really affect that many people so why should I care about it? Hear an AT&T Accessibility solutions engineer dispel these and other myths about bringing the internet to everyone. Get the facts on digital accessibility Stuck in the Gap: Access, Aging and the Digital Divide For every wedding, graduation or birthday party that moved to Zoom in 2020, there was a grandparent who missed it because they didn’t have internet fast enough to support videoconferencing. For every book club or religious service that shifted online, someone was left out for lack of a smartphone. Learn about aging and the Digital Divide View more stories Accessing Your World Connecting with friends, family and entertainment from wherever we work or play and whenever we want should be easy – for everyone. Our dedication to accessibility comes through in the products and services we offer. Vision Screenreaders, talking guides and dictation apps are just some of the products to help the blind or those with low vision get to know their devices or just get connected. Learn about vision-related tools Hearing and Speech Find out which devices are hearing aid-compatible. Need information on real time text (RTT), text telephone (TTY) or closed captioning? We can help with that, too. Explore hearing- and speech-assistive tools Cognitive Get help to stay on track. Learn how to use memory apps, calendars and other reminders to move you through your day. Discover cognitive-assistive tools Mobility Get more information on accessible phones, tablets, mobile apps and smart homes. Also learn about helpful phone features such as voice commands or gestures to make connecting easier. Read about mobility-supportive tools Aging Learn more about specialized equipment, senior discounts and customer service options. Visit any of the other product sections that best describe your specialized need(s). View aging-related tools Accessibility Today, Inclusion Tomorrow What does inclusion mean to you? Accessibility News Time Deaf superhero’s introduction amps up theater accessibility discussion With the release of “Eternals,” Marvel introduced the first deaf superhero. Marvel transformed the white, hearing male comic book character, Makkari, to a woman of color portrayed by actress Lauren Ridloff, who is deaf. The character’s portrayal sparked conversations about onscreen representation of the deaf and hard of hearing community and the need for greater accessibility in theaters. Read more about Makkari ZDNet Smart home tech expands life Smart tech means more than home security systems these days. Affordable smart light bulbs, robot vacuums, video doorbells and smart locks make daily tasks more manageable – and independent living more likely. For those who are aging or living with disabilities, these innovations can be game changing. Explore the latest in smart home technology CBS News Marlee Matlin exemplifies representation in entertainment Thirty-five years after her Oscar award winning performance in Children of a Lesser God, Marlee Matlin is still making noise as the most prominent deaf actress in Hollywood. Featuring an ensemble of deaf actors, her latest film, CODA, underscores the message that “playing deaf is not a costume.” Learn more about Marlee’s journey *Upon selecting these links, you will be redirected to a non-AT&T website. AT&T does not endorse and is not responsible for the content, views, or privacy policies of the third party site. You will be subject to the destination site's privacy policy when you follow the link. Find Devices Shop online Locate a store Privacy Policy Terms of Use Accessibility Contact Us Shop Subscribe to AT&T News Do Not Sell My Personal Information © 2021 AT&T Intellectual Property. All rights reserved.