Belo Miguel Cipriani, Ed.D.
Digital Inclusion Strategist, Author, and Teacher
Meet Belo
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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The Disability Tribune
How to Help Loved Ones with Intellectual Disabilities with “Behaviors”
By Dr. Craig Escudé If someone you know with intellectual disabilities has behaviors, they’re normal. Everyone has behaviors. When I’m in pain, I might squint my eyes, grimace and curl up in a ball, or I might scream and yell out causing alarm and anxiety to those...
Adaptive Devices for Parkinson’s Patients
By Aryan Magandia Parkinson’s disease (PD) is one of those conditions that affects a person’s quality of life in many ways. This year, 2020, researchers estimate almost 1 million people will be living with this disease according to the Parkinson’s Foundation. Although...
Clinician Education in IDD Healthcare
By Craig Escudé, MD, FAAFP, FAADM A storyline I’ve heard recounted many times in my work as a physician in this field is that doctors just don’t understand the healthcare needs of my loved one who has a disability. “They were rude.” “The doctor just wanted to start...
One Vote Now Wants to Help People with Disabilities Vote
By David-Elijah Nahmod In July, the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities held a disability voter registration week. The goal was simple: get more people with disabilities registered to vote so that they can cast their ballots. A Facebook Live...
4 Surprising Reasons You Should Get a Cat
By Anne Beall, PhD Trevor, an emergency and critical care veterinarian, was suffering from “compassion fatigue” — which is rampant in caregiving professions. In order to function despite the stress and anxiety of seeing innocent animals suffer and die each day, he had...
5 Grants for People with Disabilities
By Patrick Bailey Quality of life can take many different forms. And no matter the age, independence and being able to work towards one’s full potential are key. Physical disabilities can create barriers that directly impact the quality of life in big ways. Grants for...
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Get to Know Belo
How can I get your help with making my website/service/product more accessible to people with disabilities?
Please visit my firm’s website at olebmedia.com and fill out the contact form. Someone from my team will be in touch.
Do you offer training in digital accessibility?
Yes, I offer training in various delivery options. Please visit olebmedia.com and schedule a free consultation to determine your learning needs.
I’m a writer with a disability. Can you publish my book?
I run writing contests through my press at olebbooks.com. Winners get a publishing contract, along with my mentorship. Please sign up for the D Lit newsletter to be notified of the next competition.
Do you teach writing classes?
I’m Community Faculty at Metropolitan State University. I also teach online classes and virtual one-day workshops through my press, Oleb Books. Please visit olebbooks.com and sign up for the D Lit newsletter to be notified about new class info.
I want to interview you for my blog/podcast/documentary. What is the best way to reach you?
Please reach out via the contact form on this site.
Do you accept guest posts on your Disability Tribune or D Lit blogs?
I only accept content contributions from writers with disabilities. If you have a story idea, and you have a disability, please reach out via the contact form.
My organization wants to hire you to promote our service/product. Who should we contact?
All modeling and influencer inquiries should be sent to my agent, Gail Williamson at KMR Talent. You can reach her via the form on this site: https://www.kmrtalent.com/diversity
