Accessibility
In historic first, Old City of Jerusalem’s Roman-era street to be made wheelchair accessible
Work on the Roman pavement of the Christian Quarter Road first began in 1977, carried out by the Jerusalem Municipality and PAMI as part of infrastructure improvements in the Old City.
Bennett launches national disability inclusion plan, pledges accessibility reforms if elected
Secret Garden for All: The magic and accessibility at the National Library of Israel
First all‐accessible Israeli extreme park opens atop Bloomfield Stadium in Jaffa
Why were public safe rooms locked during a missile attack? - comment
Many Jerusalemites, as well as people all over Israel, don’t have access to safety in cases of a missile attack, and not enough is being done about it – or at the very least, not fast enough.
Accessible tourism should be the standard, not a luxury - opinion
As global travel returns, travel systems should be redesigned for accessibility to make tourism possible for everyone.
Meet the changemakers: Lucas Adlerstein’s mission for accessibility
After regaining his hearing, Lucas Adlerstein helps others with hearing loss, building a global support network.
Beit Issie Shapiro: Breaking barriers for Israelis with disabilities
Beit Issie’s vision is clear: Every person with a disability deserves equal rights and the opportunity to participate in communal life.
From fortress to welcome mat: Accessibility at the Tower of David
Elevators, ramps, and tactile exhibits now make 85% of the site accessible, a feat that required removing a vaulted medieval roof to install an elevator.
Technology in the service of accessibility for people with disabilities
several Israeli apps that help people with disabilities improve quality of life and integration into the workforce.
NISKO SMART supports war victims with disabilities
The TECH FOR HEROES project enhances the daily lives of disabled soldiers by providing accessible, independent living through technological solutions, making a significant impact on their routines.
Introducing Marissa Bode, the actor making ‘Wicked’ history
“I love seeing disabled characters be played authentically by real disabled people, because no one knows us better than us,” Bode told The Los Angeles Times.
Home Front Command upgrades TV alert system for faster, clearer emergency notifications
Starting Thursday, the IDF’s Home Front Command will roll out an upgraded alert system for TV channels designed to deliver emergency notifications more quickly and clearly.
Avoiding accessibility barriers with a checklist for custom controls - opinion
Navigating mobile app accessibility challenges requires addressing common mistakes like labeling, target size, and comprehensive testing with all assistive technologies.
