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Dr. Belo Miguel Cipriani is a digital inclusion strategist whose books and articles have been recognized nationally and internationally for their contributions to the technology, diversity, and disability rights fields. He is the CEO and Founder of Oleb Media, a digital access consulting firm dedicated to helping companies reach and engage the disability community. He is also the founder of the publishing house Oleb Books. In 2020, governor Tim Walz appointed Belo to the Minnesota Council on Disability.
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Life With Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Chronicled in New Documentary
by David-Elijah Nahmod Nothing in Karina Ulrike Sturm's childhood prepared her for what was to come. The German native, who now lives in San Francisco with her husband, had a happy if uneventful childhood. It wasn't until she was 24 that Sturm began to notice the...
Disability Advocates: Subs Acharya and Nasreen Bhutta of Project Starfish
By Christina Pires A few years ago, Subhashish “Subs” Acharya attended a job fair in Boston, MA to film a documentary. Amongst a sea of tables and stations, he noticed a vendor who had over 150 people with disabilities crowding its post -- all hoping to apply for a...
‘See’ Review: Apple TV’s New Series a Giant Leap for Blind Actors
By Robert Kingett "Books are in the holy shape. They are silent, and yet, speak directly into the imagination," says Maghra, played by actress Hera Hilmar, in episode two of See, a science fiction drama produced for Apple TV+. Disability Representation in the Media...
5 Ways Mobility Scooters Can Help You
By Scott Zabriskie There are many different mobility aids for people to choose from today. This includes the common options, like power chairs and electric wheelchairs, and you also have some of the more unusual and niche mobility aids. However, no matter what aids...
Major U.S. Oil Company Recognized as One of the Best Companies for People with Disabilities
By Belo Miguel Cipriani Today we have a Q&A with Erin McGregor, Global President of the ENABLED Employee Network (ENhancing ABilities and LEveraging Disabilities) at Chevron. Belo Miguel Cipriani: Do you have a disability? Erin McGregor: Yes, I had a severe...
I Left My Wallet in San Francisco
By Belo Miguel Cipriani For some folks, packing for a trip is not a big deal, but for two blind guys and one guide dog, it’s a process. My partner, James, my guide dog, Oslo, and I begin our packing routine by adding adhesive bumps and rubber bands to label bottles...
Gig Economy Provides Work for People with Disabilities
Some links in this post were created in collaboration with Wikibuy. By Belo Cipriani Having a job is important. Aside from generating income, it provides independence and can boost a person's self-esteem. But for people with disabilities, landing that one job is...
An Interview with Artist and Author Terry Galloway
By Belo Cipriani Not quite seeing or hearing artist Terry Galloway ambled through early childhood with mixed emotions. On one end, she was arrogant. In fact, she would even describe herself as "a little shit," yet she also sought physical approval from the people...
How Mobility Scooters Can Improve Your Quality of Life
By Conner Flynn If you struggle to get around easily on foot, or are no longer about to walk, there is no need to limit your outings or travel. You can still have an active and productive life with the help of a mobility scooter. Since every person has different...
Why Companies Shouldn’t Overlook Offering Care Benefits
By Belo Cipriani Employers aim to show workers that they care about them — and are invested in their future — by offering benefits. But more often than not, these corporate perks fail to offer employees services that are useful, especially during a crisis. One of the...