Welcome to our April issue of Melange Accessibility for All , magazine .
The past twelve months have been difficult for all of us around the world but it seems we are finally seeing hope on the horizon with the COVID -19 vaccinations . As we either receive or wait for the vaccinations , we must continue to be smart and diligent with our safety . We must continue to wear our masks and continue to keep a safe physical distance until we have heard from the scientists that it is completely safe to do otherwise . If we approach this wisely and listen to the experts , we will make it through this unprecedented epidemic – together . So , let ’ s be a little more patient and continue to be safe , and soon our businesses will flourish , economies will bounce back , travel will resume , and I believe the job market will be better for people with disabilities .
In this issue of Mélange , you will read about people and organizations from all over the world – each making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities . And , everyone at Mélange wants to thank you , our readers , for your continued support and readership !
We want to make it all real , all relevant , and we certainly appreciate your thoughts . Let us know if you have a product you want us to try and write about . If you have an idea for an article , or you want to invite us to visit your city , country , resort , or place of interest so that we can write about it and share it with our audience , please let us know at fmaahs @ readmelange . com .
article about Joanne and her business partner , Madonna Long , in our inaugural , October 2020 issue of Mélange , Accessibility for All about their work at 360 Access . Joanne meant so much to so many . She was always willing to collaborate on projects and share ideas and information . She was the consummate “ champion ” for people with disabilities . I was fortunate to know her and to serve on the 360 Access Advisory Board . Joanne will be missed .
Thank you for reading . Warm regards ,
Fred Maahs , Jr .
Editor ’ s Note
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Fred J . Maahs , Jr . is an internationally-renown disability and civil rights champion who believes in and advocates for the rights and access for all ! A recognized leader and former corporate executive , he ’ s also an International Keynote speaker , collaborator , and an international accessibility travel expert .
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