📅 10:30 AM: "Tool-Assisted Speech: DIY Speech Synth for AAC and Affirmation" by Kasanwa-Solane Aster-Hope in Room 250 #SeaGL2026 #assistivetech #aac #FLOSS

📅 10:30 AM: "Tool-Assisted Speech: DIY Speech Synth for AAC and Affirmation" by Kasanwa-Solane Aster-Hope in Room 250 #SeaGL2026 #assistivetech #aac #FLOSS
Speech isn’t the only way to communicate. Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) tools can help people of all ages communicate, connect and live more independently. Kansans can explore AAC options with Assistive Technology for Kansans.
“Embrace technology and assistive devices as a means to maintain your independence.” 💙
Meet Michael, Bridging Voice Ambassador. He founded alsresources.org and is a Peer Support Specialist with I AM ALS. Office hours: Tuesdays 4:30pm ET, bridgingvoice.org/office-hours
Effective AAC isn't just about choosing a device, app, or symbol set. It depends on a wider ecosystem of people, tools, training, support, language, culture and opportunity. Read the Global Symbols blog on why an AAC ecosystem matters
globalsymbols.com/news/2026-10...
#AAC #AugmentativeCommunication
A RITA MATIAS DESCOBRIU A DEMOCRACIA: É ENTRAR PELA PORTA DENTRO E AGARRAR NO MICROFONE 🎭
👇 Partilha antes que a próxima invasão seja à tua sala destar. 🔥
#RitaMatias #Chega #RUC #AAC #Coimbra #DemocraciaDeEntrada #SóQueNão #GeladosComATesta #PolíticaPT
Did you know 60-90% of #AAC intervention is focused only on making requests? But storytelling is key to strong #literacy and communication skills, says director of @junipergardensku.bsky.social Trina Spencer. Details at: https://loom.ly/BHSWcdM #AACaware26
"ALS is challenging: physically, emotionally, and financially. You cannot do this alone. Start preparing for the changes ALS can bring, and join ALS organizations and support groups." 💙
Meet Bruce & Susan, Bridging Voice Ambassadors.
✏️ PencilTalk is here.
Write with your finger, use Apple Pencil (iPad only), or type your message. PencilTalk turns your handwriting or typed words into spoken output on iPhone and iPad.
Download on the Apple App Store
Find more details on Tellumi.com
It’s a final from Denton as the Mean Green rout Charlotte 50-10. UNT moves to 4-2 and 2-0 in the @americanconf.bsky.social North Texas is on a bye next week before a big road trip to #Annapolis to take on #Navy #GMG #AAC
Myths about AAC…. Which myth did you believe? Comment below!✏️ #AAC #AugmentativeCommunication #SLP
"Take things one day at a time, and accept help sooner than you think you need it. Your diagnosis changes your path, but it doesn't define you." 💙
Meet Monica Martinez, Bridging Voice Ambassador. Office hours: Tuesdays 4:30pm ET, bridgingvoice.org/office-hours
"One of my goals early in my ALS diagnosis was to share what I learn along the way to help others navigate this horrible disease."
Meet Steve Hughes, Bridging Voice Ambassador, diagnosed with ALS in 2022. Office hours: Tuesdays 4:30pm ET, bridgingvoice.org/office-hours
話せない患者さんのための会話ボード。はい・いいえの質問、体の図で痛み、読み上げカード、2言語同時表示。看護師が作りました。無料。
"Reach out. You are not alone! Get the ball rolling on voice banking, a power wheelchair, & AAC/eye gaze devices." 💙
Meet Lynn, Bridging Voice Ambassador. He designed his own fast eye gaze computer. Office hours: Tuesdays 4:30pm ET, bridgingvoice.org/office-hours
AI may predict what an AAC user wants to say, but it should never assume that prediction represents their voice. Inclusive AI should increase communication without taking control away from the person.
medium.com/@davebanesac...
#AAC #AI #Communication #DisabilityInclusion
"I'm happy to be a sounding board, and hold space for you and your caregiver to find some peace in all of this chaos." 💙
Meet Peggy, Bridging Voice Ambassador. Join office hours today, 4:30pm ET: bridgingvoice.org/office-hours
Shawn Sexton does everything with his eyes, including driving his wheelchair with tech his family built. 👀💙
Bridging Voice Ambassador Shawn co-created LifeDrive. Join him at office hours today, 4:30pm ET: bridgingvoice.org/office-hours
#AaC « Votre bonne sœur et vraie amie ». Les relations des femmes avec leurs adelphes : perspectives européennes (Xe-XVIIIe siècles)
🗓️ 10-11 juin 2027
📍 Université Rennes 2
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