Topic: Disabilities
Business For Good: Crazy Aaron’s Thinking Putty
Could a locally-made line of toys be an antidote to the world’s problems?
By Jessica Blatt Press
Ideas We Should Steal: Wheelchair Ramps Made From LEGOs
Nearly 500 public buildings in Philly—not to mention rowhomes—have barriers to access for people in wheelchairs. Germany’s “LEGO Granny” has a brightly colored way to help
By Michaela Haas
Business for Good: Ready to Work
Everyone benefits when companies like Boathouse Row’s Cosmic Cafe hire people with disabilities for meaningful work
By Katherine Rapin
Citizen of the Week: Simon Bonenfant
An 8th grader at St. Lucy Day School for Children with Visual Impairments is already more politically active than most Philadelphians
By Gillian McGoldrick
Meet the Disruptor: Olive Devices
A recent Philadelphia University graduate is set to launch a hearing aid that is not only technologically revolutionary—it will also be affordable
By Quinn O'Callaghan
Citizen of the Week: Shannon DeVido
The local comedienne volunteers to drive people with disabilities to the polls in her accessible van
By Josh Middleton