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AccessibilityAtlas is driven by youth, working daily to build a world that is truly equitable for people of all abilities. Dinu Antonescu Founder Director About Dinu Leah Wardlaw Advisory Board Member About Leah Antonia Tarfulea Director of European Operations United Nations Representative About Antonia Hernan Henry Gamble Digital Media Coordinator

Our Impact Fighting for a World Suitable for Individuals of All Abilities 100,000+ People impacted through our various campaigns/initiatives 1,500+ Museums, Parks, and Businesses Assessed for Accessibility 14+ 4+ States we are working in Countries we are working in Through our various initiatives, we strive to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, has access to civic engagement, reliable information, and quality education. Learn how you can get involved below. Who we've worked with Empower Every Voice, Every Ability We invite you to get involved with AccessibilityAtlas in an official, or unofficial capacity! To get involved, please check our Careers page below! Careers

Explore the College Campus Accessibility Branch of AccessibilityAtlas, dedicated to assessing and improving inclusivity on college campuses. Learn how we collaborate with universities and students to create accessible environments for all. Campus Accessibility See How Universities Are Building Inclusive Campuses Student Perspective Rider University Institutional Perspective Student Perspective Montclair State University Student Perspective Western Oregon University

AccessibilityAtlas How We Began Our Team Mission AccessibilityAtlas began as a result of the U.S. Department of State's Youth Ambassador Program. AccessibilityAtlas has team members collaborating across 4 countries and 14 states. AccessibilityAtlas is dedicated to creating a world for people of all abilities by ensuring equitable education, providing reliable information on accessible locations worldwide, holding governments accountable, and authoring impactful federal legislation.

AccessibilityAtlas is committed to creating a world where people of all abilities can fully participate in their communities. By providing reliable information , we aim to support everyone—individuals with disabilities, their families, and the broader community—in making informed decisions. Creating a World For Individuals of ALL Abilities Careers About Us AccessibilityAtlas is an international youth led 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to building a world where individuals of all abilities can fully participate in their communities, whether in leisure, education, or civic life. Our Mission Our Team Education Everyone has the right to understand how higher education institutions meet the needs of all students, regardless of ability. Additionally, we author civic education curricula to empower individuals of all abilities to make their voices heard within the U.S. government system. By fostering understanding of the democratic process, we strive to ensure that every person—regardless of ability—has the tools to fully participate in civic life, influence decision-making, and exercise their right to be an active, informed member of society. Education Branch Government Affairs At the core of many challenges lies outdated, inadequate legislation. As a result, we author and lobby legislation from the state to federal levels, championing inclusion in all walks of life. Internationally, AccessibilityAtlas assesses the implementation of various United Nations mandates, and lobbies for inclusive policy recommendations across UN member states. AccessibilityAtlas reports with a focus on economic and disability rights specific policies. Government Affairs Branch Information Services Access to information is a fundamental right that underpins the ability of having an independent life. Our Information Services branch is committed to breaking down barriers by providing reliable information that empower individuals of all abilities. We believe that no one should be left in the dark when it comes to where they can participation in society. Through innovative platforms and inclusive outreach, we ensure that knowledge is accessible to everyone—because the right to information is the right to life. Services Branch Three Pillars We believe that systemic inequalities faced arise from a lack of education, ineffective legislation, and limited access to information. Our Impact Everybody, regardless of ability, has the fundamental right to navigate and engage with their community. "More than 1 in 4 (28.7 percent) adults in the United States have some type of disability." - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention We are fighting for a world where all individuals, regardless of ability, can fully engage in their communities, have seamless access to civic participation, and are guaranteed the right to a quality education. Our Impact Careers

Human Rights Reporting Driving systemic change and Advocating for a more inclusive and accessible world. AccessibilityAtlas authors human rights reports to drive systemic change by advocating and lobbying for a more inclusive and accessible world. These reports highlight the barriers individuals with disabilities face in everyday life—whether in education, employment, public spaces, or digital accessibility—while also offering data-driven solutions to policymakers, institutions, and communities. Furthermore, we explore how economic policy shapes the rights of persons with disabilities and provide clear, actionable recommendations to harness economic tools in building a world for everybody, regardless of ability. Experts worldwide have commended our work, utilising our reports to craft policies ensuring the participation of persons with disabilities in all walks of life. United Nations Reports Review of Accessibility in the European Union - 32nd Session of the CRPD AccessibilityAtlas authored the below report focusing on the accessibility of digital services, transportation and societal infrastructure in the EU. Read here Review of The Republic of Finland - 33rd Session of the CRPD AccessibilityAtlas authored the below report focusing on freedom of expression, information, and political participation in the Republic of Finland. Read here Global Civic Engagement Review - 32nd Session of the CRPD In this contribution, we focused on the accessibility of the electoral processes of first and third world countries as well as associated barriers. Read here Review of The Republic of Mali - 33rd Session of the CRPD AccessibilityAtlas authored the below report focusing on the on legislative gaps in accessibility, education, and political participation in The Republic of Mali. Read here

Legislation Creating lasting, systemic systems that foster inclusivity We believe that true change begins with strong laws and active participation. That’s why we advocate for legislation that protects and empowers persons with disabilities while promoting civic engagement. By working directly with lawmakers and encouraging communities to get involved, we turn accessibility data into policy—ensuring that inclusion isn’t just an idea, but a legal reality. But change doesn’t happen in policy rooms alone—it happens when people raise their voices. That’s why AccessibilityAtlas champions legislation increasing the civic engagement and education of persons with disabilities. United States of America In partnership with the Centre for Voters Initiative & Action In partnership with the Centre for Voters Initiative & Action, we lead efforts on the state level for a bill that mandates the availability of Braille ballots and Braille informational pamphlets at all polling places. While some jurisdictions may offer these materials by request, our legislation ensures they are proactively and widely accessible, eliminating barriers that have long excluded blind voters from independently casting their ballots and accessing critical election information. At the federal level, we are working to build support for the National Accessibility Information Act, a first-of-its-kind legislative proposal that would establish a centralized, government-maintained database of accessible public locations across the country. Modeled in part on local grassroots mapping projects, this bill would help persons with disabilities navigate their communities with greater ease. We aim to transform how accessibility is built into everyday life and ensure that inclusion is not left to chance, but guaranteed by law. Canada Recognizing the success of our federal legislative work in the U.S., we have expanded our efforts internationally—most notably to the Canadian provinces of Ontario and Quebec. There, we are advancing legislation to establish similar centralized accessibility databases, tailored to each province’s legal and civic context. Just as in the U.S., our goal is to embed accessibility into the very framework of public life—ensuring that persons with disabilities are not merely accommodated, but fully empowered participants in civic society. The European Union Recognizing the success of our U.S. legislative advocacy, AccessibilityAtlas has extended its mission across the European Union. Guided by the European Accessibility Act (Directive (EU) 2019/882), we are beginning to work with the European Commission to close implementation gaps, especially in public-sector information and digital infrastructure. Our efforts focus on encouraging EU member states to not only comply with minimum legal standards, but to go further—establishing national accessibility databases.

Discover the inspiring story of Leah Wardlaw, a board member of AccessibilityAtlas. Leah Wardlaw Advisory Board Member Leah Wardlaw is a second year master's student in Genocide and Mass Atrocity Prevention at Binghamton University in upstate New York. Her focus is on atrocity prevention and human rights education in primary and secondary schools. She has worked with a number of non-profit organizations in the past, including Human Rights Education Associates, the Global Centre for the Responsibility to Protect, and Journey's End Refugee Services. Leah has also developed curriculum for the War Childhood Museum and contributed to publications for Sheffield Hallam University's forced labor research lab. Her current research is on how to implement an atrocity prevention lens into secondary school education in New York State.

Work With Us We’re looking for passionate youth dedicated to advancing inclusivity and accessibility in every community. Just as we strive to create a more inclusive world, we are equally committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming work environment. AccessibilityAtlas encourages applicants of all backgrounds, abilities, and identities to join us in our mission. Open Positions 1. Journalist 2. United Nations NGO Representative 3. Legislative Consultant (EU, Canada) Open Positions Journalist Candidate must be between 13 and 25 years of age, and can be located anywhere This role involves crafting weekly or bi-weekly news articles focused on disability rights. For select topics, journalists are expected to approach stories from multiple perspectives to ensure balanced and unbiased reporting. To apply please send your resume and any non-fiction writing sample to admin@accessibilityatlas.org Apply Here United Nations NGO Representative Candidates must have reliable internet access, be between 13 and 25 years of age, and can be located anywhere. This position involves drafting a human rights report evaluating the implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) in the designated state. Travel is optional and limited funding may be provided To apply please send your resume and any non fiction writing sample to admin@accessibilityatlas.org Apply Here Legislative Consultant Candidates must have reliable internet access, be between 15 and 25 years of age, and must be located in the European Union, or Canada This position focuses on advancing AccessibilityAtlas's bill in the respective countrythrough hybrid meetings; coordinating with special interest groups to aggregate external support for our legislation; facilitating high-level dialogue with government officials and agencies; and more. To apply please send your resume and any non fiction writing sample to admin@accessibilityatlas.org Apply Here If none of the positions listed align with your interests but you're still eager to get involved, simply complete the form below! Get involved! First name Email* Subject Write a message Send

AccessibilityAtlas is dedicated to fostering inclusivity and accessibility within communities by establishing a platform that offers dependable information on venues' disability-friendly features. With the aim of creating a more inclusive society, AccessibilityAtlas seeks to provide a centralized resource that individuals with disabilities, their families, caregivers, and the wider community can rely on to make informed decisions regarding places in their communities. ¡Contáctenos! 551-554-1906 accesibilidadatlas@gmail.com First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!