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Microsoft Seeking Feedback on Vista Speech Recognition
Microsoft Corporation is seeking up to 10 individuals willing to share feedback on the speech recognition capabilities embedded in the new Microsoft Vista operating system.. [full story]
Survey to Influence Wireless Phone Design & Services
Wireless phone users can complete a 10 minute, accessible online survey that might help influence the design and development of more accessible and usable wireless phones and services. Sponsored by the Rehabilitation Engineering Research Center for Wireless Technology, (Wireless RERC) at Georgia Tech University. [full story]
Support Global Human Rights
History was made on March 30, 2007 at the signing ceremony for the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, but the U.S. wasn't a part of it. [full story]
2nd Annual RAM Golf Classic to Benefit NSCIA and Local Family
PITTSBURGH, PA - The Second Annual RAM Classic will be held on Saturday, July 14th, 2007 at the Quicksilver Golf Club in Midway, PA. Proceeds from the event will benefit the National Spinal Cord Injury Association (NSCIA) and Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Cardamone.
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Visit NSCIA on Myspace
NSCIA continues to use the latest in technology and networking with the introduction of its very own Myspace page. Check out www.myspace.com/NSCIA to see photos of our staff, event pictures, and a slide show from our 2006 Summit and Hall of Fame. And if you are a member of Myspace, add us as a “friend”. Comments are welcome. See you in cyberspace
Teddy Pendergrass Gala
On March 18, 1982, Teddy Pendergrass sustained a spinal cord injury (SCI) as the result of a car accident. Since then, many individuals have helped him survive and sustain himself. Teddy will honor those individuals with a gala concert and award program on June 10, 2007 at the prestigious Kimmel Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. [full story]
“Searching” for an Easy Way to Support NSCIA?
You’ve found it! Now you have the chance to make a small, but appreciated donation each time you search the Web. GoodSearch (www.goodsearch.com) is a search engine powered by Yahoo Search that is designed to make small donations to participating charities each time you use it to search the Web. And the National Spinal Cord Injury Association (NSCIA) is now one of those charities. [full story]
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CESSI Creates Opportunitie
For many employers, hiring someone with a disability may seem daunting. How do you make ADA-appropriate accommodations? Where can you find information on disability policies? Who can supply data on research studies that will help you plan what you need? [ read more ]
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Our Top Story: Stephen Hawking Flies Weightless.
Well, we're all in big trouble now, all of us quad types. Our hero, Stephen Hawking, took a flight on a zero-gravity jet in April and during one of the plunges he experienced weightlessness for about 25 seconds. [full story]
My Diary
Katrine Seghetti-Mayhew's son, Clayton, was injured in a driving accident on July 20th, 2003. Katrine decided to chronicle her family's experiences in a journal, detailing the ups and downs of Clayton's journey from intensive care to rehabilitation through the on-going process of recovery. Compassionate and heartfelt, she shares excerpts from her diary below.
[ read Katrine's diary ]
Interested in Being a Moderator?
NSCIA has several online forum opportunities on its website dealing with several topics such as equipment, peer support, pregnancy and more. We are looking for volunteers to moderate our online forum. If interested, please contact us at [EMAIL PROTECTED].
Mark Your Calendar
Interested in SCI/D related events? Want to learn more or help make a difference? NSCIA lists these and more upcoming conferences and events here.
June 2-3, 2007 - Freedom's Wings International to Offer Free Introductory Rides to Individuals with Disabilities (Hilltown, PA)
June 10, 2007 - “Teddy 25 - A Celebration Of Life, Hope, and Possibilities" (Philadelphia, PA)
June 13-15, 2007 - Bridges to Employment Conference: Exploring Career Opportunities for Latinos with Disabilities (Miami, Fla)
June 15-17, 2007 - Abilities Expo /Southern California (Long Beach Convention Center, CA) *Be sure to visit NSCIA at our booth!*
June 16, 2007-05-21 - 8th Annual Richard West 5 Mile Wheelchair Race (Long Beach Island, NJ)
June 19, 2007 - 2007 Disabled Sports, Recreation and Fitness EXPO (Milwaukee, WI)
Do you attend disability events and conferences?
Yes, as often as I can – I like to be in the center of the action
Never, but I like to know what’s going on and read about them Sometimes, if there’s one in my area, but I never make it a priority – I leave that to the professionals
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