Welcome to Activate Inclusion, a community-based non-profit organization dedicated to providing vital training through adapted programs and services to the Blind, Low-Vision and Deafblind in the foundational areas of life. We strive to provide the necessary supports and resources for you and your family to maximize independence and promote Self-Determination throughout the life continuum. To browse our Programs and Services, navigate to the Individuals and Families section to learn more.
We serve our surrounding communities of Portland and SW Washington and throughout the region to advocate for a more accessible and inclusive experience for all Disabilities in our communities. We specialize in Accessibility Testing, ADA Compliance, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) training focused on Disability and we also can help you access alternative accessible formats for your materials and publications. Navigate to the Businesses & Organizations section to browse our Services.
Introducing Partners for Accessible Leisure
When people from our Blind, Low-Vision and Deafblind community go out to dinner, they deserve to have a menu that they can read. When someone wants to go to the movies, they should be able to hear what is happening in the movie. When we take our kids to the bowling alley, they deserve to play too. Now, after listening to you, we are ready to help our businesses serve you better.
If you are a business owner, know a business owner or frequent a business that needs guidance on becoming more accessible and inclusive to the public, check out the link below to our newly launched PAL Network.
Join the Partners for Accessible Leisure Network
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In The News
November 26, 2020 / External Link
Check out ‘Crip Camp’ on Netflix (External Link)
Check out ‘Crip Camp’ on Netflix https://www.forbes.com/sites/andrewpulrang/2020/04/08/netflixs-crip-camp-is-for-everyone/?sh=50f8556f7312
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November 26, 2020 / External Link
Deafblind Barcelona Fan Experiences Game Through Guide Interpreter (External Link)
Deafblind Barcelona Fan Experiences Game Through Guide Interpreter https://twitter.com/SportsCenter/status/1331437825447899141
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November 26, 2020 / External Link
Washington Deafblind Project Finds Home At WSSB (External Link)
Washington Deafblind Project Finds Home At WSSB https://www.wsdsonline.org/
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Spotlight: Washington State Department of Services for the Blind
We are pleased to focus our spotlight on a foundational organization that can serve you and your family and those of all ages and abilities who are Blind, Low-Vision or Deafblind.
More Information for Services for the Blind
Washington State Department of Services for the Blind Website
Activate Inclusion Partners with Ability Talks
We are excited to announce a partnership with Ability Talks, to host bi-weekly, online meet ups for individuals throughout Washington to facilitate new connections and conversation for the Blind, Low-Vision or the Deafblind. You can join others who are ready to socialize, discuss resources and tackle important issues. Visit the Ability Talks page for event descriptions, Zoom links and contact details.
Accessibility Policy
Activate Inclusion’s foundation is built on ensuring Accessibility and Inclusion for all. To that end, we take great care in ensuring a barrier-free experience from start to finish for all individuals working with us. Please take time to learn more about our commitment to Access and Inclusion by reading our full Accessibility Policy: Read Our Accessibility Policy
