Editor's Page
AccessWorld Celebrates Disability Employment Awareness Month
Access to Employment
2017 Employment Resources for People Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired
by Joe Strechay; edited by Aaron Preece
Whether you're looking for your first job or have years of work experience, vision loss will impact your job search process. Having helpful resources to assist you on the path to employment is vital to your success.
Insider Tips for Getting the Most from Vocational Rehabilitation
by Lee Huffman and Joe Strechay
Disability Employment Awareness Month provides a great opportunity to offer AccessWorld readers who are currently a client in their state's vocational rehabilitation (VR) program some tips or advice for gaining the most from their VR experience.
Product Reviews and Guides
Aira: Instant Access to Information (Part 2 of 2)
by Janet Ingber
This second article in a two-part series looks at Aira user experiences. I interviewed three Aira "explorers," two of whom work for Aira. I also evaluated Aira myself and will describe my own impressions.
The Current State of Windows Narrator: One User's Perspective
by Jamie Pauls
I decided to install Windows 10 Creators Edition and put Narrator through its paces. This is by no means a comprehensive review, but my impressions should give you a good idea as to whether you wish to do your own evaluation of the screen reader.
Weather Gods: A Shining Example of True Accessibility
by Jamie Pauls
Accessibility is core to the development of the Weather Gods app. The reasonable price, the developer's commitment to accessibility, and the planned enhancements to the product make it worth checking out.