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• Abilities Expo
  Abilities Expos are the largest shows in the nation planned expressly for people with disabilities and open to the public. Offers people with disabilities, seniors who are physically limited, and health care and education professionals an opportunity to see, try, compare and buy products and services that can enhance their lifestyle.
  www.abilitiesexpo.com/
  
  
• AbilityHub.com
  AbilityHub.com's purpose is to help you find information on adaptive equipment and alternative methods available for accessing computers. Searching the Internet for accurate information on Assistive Technology is much like "looking for a needle in a haystack". This website attempts to reduced the size of the haystack and bring you the information in an organized fashion.
  www.abilityhub.com/
  
  
• ABLEDATA
  A searchable database of products, devices, and information on assistive technology related items, that puts assistive technology at your fingertips.
  www.abledata.com
  
  
• AbleProject.org
  AbleProject.org is a non-profit organization focused on helping people with disabilities. The AbleProject.org mission is to provide a network that empowers people with disabilities (Illness, accident, and aging) to easily find and obtain Mobility and Assistive products that support them in living a more independent life.
  www.ableproject.org
  
  
• AccessWorld: Technology and People with Visual Impairments
  AFB’s premiere technology publication AccessWorld is available online, in print and braille, and on cassette and ASCII disk.
  www.afb.org/aw/main.asp
  
  
• The Adaptive Computing Software Project
  The Adaptive Computing Software Project is directed to individual consumers, service providers, educators and institutions. Identifing past and present Archives and Collections of general and adaptive Software, Shareware, Demonstartion-ware, Freeware, Publicware, Out -Of- Copywrite-ware, etc. Providing Low Cost, Reliable Software and Hardware Solutions available through the Internet.
  www.geocities.com/HotSprings/Villa/6113/
  
  
• Alliance for Technology Access (ATA)
  The ATA is a network of community-based resource centers dedicated to providing information and support services to children and adults with disabilities, and increasing their use of standard, assistive, and information technologies. Centers can be found all across the country.
  www.ataccess.org/
  
  
• Assistive Technology for Kansans (ATK)
  The Assistive Technology for Kansans web site is an online source for information about the ATK Project, its activities, resources and links to other partners and programs with similar objectives.
  www.atk.ku.edu
  
  
• Assistive Technology & Equipment for Kansans on ATMATCH.COM
  Log onto atmatch.com, the marketplace for sellers, donors and buyers of assistive technology and durable medical products. New and recycled items are available. The site connects you to Kansas resources as well as regional and national links. Registration is free.
  www.atmatch.com 
  
  
• Association for the Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe(AAATE)
  The Association for the Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe - AAATE - was constituted in October 1995. The AAATE mission is "to stimulate the advancement of assistive technology for the benefit of persons with disabilities including the elderly people."  ASSETS 2006 - The Eighth International ACM SIGACCESS Conference on Computers and Accessibility 23rd-25th October, 2006 - Portland, Oregon, USA
  http://139.91.151.134/
  
  
• AUS Standards
  The New South Wales (NSW) Attorney General's Department "Universal Specifications" Accessibility Standards for Web Design (AUS) has been developed by the NSW Attorney General's Department for the purpose of promoting access and equity online. The New South Wales Attorney General's Department specifically hopes to set a standard of accessible web design for government websites, in order to increase the accessibility of websites to: People with disabilities, People lacking multi-media computer functions, People using non-current web browsers, and People from non-English speaking backgrounds (where relevant). The AUS Standards have been incorporated into Lawlink NSW.
  www.lawlink.nsw.gov.au/lawlink.nsf/pages/aus_standards
  
  
• AZtech
  AZtech is a full-service market research company offering a complete range of services, including: focus groups, interviews, surveys, literature  searches, industry profiles and trends, technology transfer, invention commercialization and business consulting.  AZtech provides professional services to businesses with strong support from the consumers of assistive technology products. 
  www.wnyilp.org/aztech/
  
  
• Bobby
  Bobby is an easy to use program that will help you make web pages accessible to those with disabilities. It will also find HTML compatibility problems that prevent pages from displaying correctly on different web browsers. Bobby was created at CAST (Center for Applied Special Technology).
  www.cast.org/bobby/

• Breaking New Ground Resource Center
  Breaking New Ground Resource Center in Purdue's Department of Agricultural & Biological Engineering has become internationally recognized as the primary source for information and resources on rehabilitation technology for persons working in agriculture.
  http://abe.www.ecn.purdue.edu/ABE/Extension/BNG/Index.html
  
  
• Capper Foundation
  The Capper Foundation's Mission is to enhance the independence of people with physical disabilities, primarily children. Capper serves children and adults whose primary disability is physical in nature. Some examples include: cerebral palsy, spina bifida, delayed development, head injuries and prematurity. Capper provides a wide range of disability related services utilizing a continuum of high and low technology, information and technical assistance for individuals.
  www.capper.org/

• CAST (Center for Applied Special Technology)
  CAST is a nonprofit organization that works to expand learning opportunities (by universal design for learning) for all individuals, especially those with disabilities, through the research and development of innovative, technology-based educational resources and strategies.
  www.cast.org/
  
  

• Center for Aging Service Technologies (CAST)

  Americans are living longer and the baby boomers are entering into their later years. Technology can greatly assist these individuals with disabilities acquired with age. CAST’s web site provides the latest and greatest information regarding technology integration along with the forecast of things to come. Additionally, there is a discussion board and resources.

  www.agingtech.org/index.aspx
  
  

• The Center for Computer Assistance to the Disabled, Inc (C-CAD)
  C-CAD is a unique non-profit organization whose mission is "enhancing the quality of life and employment options of persons with disabilities through the use of modified personal computers, adaptive devices, and custom software".
  www.c-cad.org/
  

• Closed Captioning Web
  There is no excuse for not captioning..both open and closed captioning are increasingly accessible and affordable.
  www.captions.org/

• Closing The Gap
  Closing The Gap is an internationally recognized source for information on innovative applications of computer technology in special education and rehabilitation. The 20th Annual Closing The Gap Conference is October 17-19, 2002 at the Radisson South Hotel and the adjacent Hotel Sofitel in Bloomington, Minnesota.
  www.closingthegap.com/
  
   
• Communication Aid Manufacturer's Association (CAMA)
  CAMA is a not-for-profit association of the world’s leading manufacturers of AAC technology, is recognized as a leader in helping professionals and consumers with a wide range of experience maintain their proficiency and enhance their skills regarding AAC. At this site, you can check out and register for The CAMA AAC Workshop near you.
  www.aacproducts.org
  
  

• Courage Center 's Assistive Technology Web Resources

  Courage Center (in Minneapolis , MN ) wants to serve as a resource for you and your assistive technology needs. Check out Courage Center 's online "AT Bytes" webzine.

  www.courage.org/programs/at/main.asp?id=39
  
  

• CSUN
  CSUN's Technology and Persons with Disabilities Annual Conference is an International Conference of the Center on Disabilities, California State University, Northridge, CA. The 18th Annual  Conference will be held at the Hilton Los Angeles Airport and Los Angeles Airport Marriott Hotels, March 17-22, 2003.
  www.csun.edu/cod/

• The Design Linc - Accessibility Design Resources
  The Design Linc is an on-line Interior Design resource and information service, specifically geared to locate high quality products and services available for the Physically Challenged.
  www.designlinc.com/
  
  
• Disability Rights Center of Kansas (DRC)
  Kansas Advocacy & Protective Services has a new name effective January 1, 2005: the Disability Rights Center of Kansas (DRC). The Disability Rights Center has a new web site and new email addresses, but the old ones will redirect and forward users to the new ones. The new web site is www.drckansas.org. The email prefixes will remain the same and the domain name will change (example: info@ksadv.org, the old email address, now becomes info@drckansas.org).
  www.drckansas.org
  
  
• Dvorak International
  Dvorak Newsletters and Web links.
  www.dvorakint.org/

• Introducing the Dvorak Keyboard
  This page offers downloads and information to help you start using the Dvorak Simplified Keyboard.
  www.mwbrooks.com/dvorak/

• EagleEyes
  Boston College has developed an exciting technology called EagleEyes that allows a person to control the computer through electrodes by moving his or her eyes or head. The purpose of the Campus School / EagleEyes project is to apply and further develop this technology to allow children who have multiple disabilities to use the computer for education and communication. Boston College's objective is to make EagleEyes available to anyone who can make use of it. Check out this site for more information.
  www.cs.bc.edu/~eagleeye/default.html

• EASI (Equal Access to Software and Information)
  EASI'S purpose is to serve as a resource to the education community by providing information and guidance in the area of access-to-information technologies by individuals with disabilities.
  www.rit.edu/~easi

• GeronTech - The Israel Center for Assistive Technology and Aging
  This site is intended for designers, developers, manufacturers, providers, practitioners, and users of assistive technology and products. Here you will find useful information about assistive technology, aging and disabilities, as well as details about GeronTech's projects and activities, and opportunities for participation in the development of exciting new products.
  www.gerontech.org.il
  
  
• Idaho Assistive Technology Project (IATP)
  The overall goal of IATP is to increase the availability of assistive technology to Idaho's citizens with disabilities and their families.
  www.educ.uidaho.edu/idatech/

• Independence, Inc. Internet Access Page
  Our mission at Independence, Inc. is to empower people with disabilities to control their own lives and advocate for an integrated and accessible community for all. In keeping with our mission we at the Computer Learning Center are working to advocate for a more accessible society. We are now developing a network of concerned citizens and organizations working towards removing barriers from the internet and to prevent new ones. By posting this page we hope to draw attention to accessible web page design. We also will try to encompass issues concerning what's being done to change the Internet so that all persons with disabilities will be granted full, undenied access. Includes lots of links concerning Accessible Web Page Design, Accessibility Tools, and Accessibility Issues and Organizations.
  www.independenceinc.org/access.htm
  
  
• Kansas AgrAbility Project
  The Kansas AgrAbility Project assists people with disabilities who are employed in agriculture. Our goal is to inform, educate, and assist farmers, farm families, and farm workers who have disabilities, so they can continue to work and thrive in their agricultural career.
  www.oznet.ksu.edu/agrability
  
  

• Kansas Assisitve Technology Cooperative
  The Kansas Assistive Technology Cooperative (KATCO) was established and is directed by persons with disabilities. It is a consumer run financial program founded to provide persons with disabilities and their families access to financial resources for acquiring assistive technology through education, savings and borrowing.
  www.katco.net
  
  

• Kansas Telecommunications Access Program (TAP)
  The Kansas Telecommunications Access Program (TAP) is an equipment distribution program established through the Kansas Corporation Commission (KCC) as a result of the State Telecommunications Act of 1996 and is funded through the Kansas Universal Service Fund (KUSF). The purpose of TAP is to provide specialized equipment to Kansans with disabilities or impairments in order to access basic home telecommunications services.
  www.kansastap.org
  
  

• Maryland Technology Assistance Program (MD TAP)
  MD TAP provides information on available products, devices, services and other resources to assist individuals with disabilities and senior citizens. MD TAP has an online newsletter "Tapping Technology".
  www.mdtap.org/
  
  

• Microsoft Accessibility - Looking for Assistive Technology Products?

  Search the Microsoft catalog of accessible technology manufacturers for products or particular assistive technology manufacturers you may have heard about--or, just do a general search.

  http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4874075
  
  

• Microsoft Accessibility - Stories Featuring People with Disabilities

  You can read about the career accomplishments of many people who use Microsoft products and compatible assistive technology products in the Case Studies section of the Microsoft Accessibility Web site.

  http://go.microsoft.com/?linkid=4874076
  
  

• The Missouri AgrAbility Project
  The Missouri AgrAbility Program was created to assist people with diseases, disabilities or disorders employed in agriculture. On a state-level, this effort involves linking together University Outreach and Extension with nonprofit disability organizations to provide appropriate education and assistance designed to promote independence in production agricultural and rural living.
  www.fse.missouri.edu/agrability/

• Missouri Assistive Technology Project (MATP)
  The mission of the Missouri Assistive Technology Project is to increase access to assistive technology for all Missourians with disabilities through systems change. The Project works on issues impacting individuals of all ages with all types of disabilities. Specific project activities include: Missouri Assistive Technology Council, Training, Legislative/Policy Advocacy, Information Dissemination, Equipment Recycling Network (Swap n Shop), Outreach. Power Up, the Missouri Assistive Technology Annual Exposition and Conference is in April in Columbia, Missouri.
  www.at.mo.gov

• Montana-Idaho AgrAbility Project and Farm Safety Program
  The Montana-Idaho AgrAbility Project is part of a nationwide network of USDA-Extension Service Programs commonly known as AgrAbility. The project is a joint effort of the Extension Service and the Easter Seal Society. The AgrAbility Project Promotes Success in Agriculture for People with Disabilities and Their Families.
  www.montana.edu/wwwplow
  
  
• MOPIX
  Rear Window® Captioning and DVS Theatrical®, developed by The Media Access Group at WGBH, make theaters accessible to audiences with disabilities. This site provides information to consumers, industry members and others interested in learning more about motion picture access.
  http://ncam.wgbh.org/mopix/
  
  
• CPB/WGBH National Center for Accessible Media (NCAM)
  NCAM develops strategies and technologies to make media accessible to millions of Americans, including people with disabilities, minority language users, and those with low literacy skills. The Web Access Symbol, is now available for use at NCAM! This symbol may be used by webmasters to denote that their site contains accessibility features to accommodate the needs of disabled users.
  ncam.wgbh.org

• National Clearinghouse of Rehabilitation Training Materials
  Located at Oklahoma State University
  www.nchrtm.okstate.edu/

• National Rehabilitation Information Center (NARIC)
  NARIC is a library and information center on disability and rehabilitation serving both professional and lay persons. NARIC collects and disseminates the results of federally funded research projects.
  www.naric.com

• The National Registry of Rehabilitation Technology Suppliers (NRRTS)
  NRRTS is dedicated to ensuring the provision of high quality Re/habilitation Technology and related services to people with disabilities. All members of NRRTS meet specific professional membership requirements and agree to adhere to the Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice of our organization. The cornerstones of these codes are quality, professionalism and integrity.
  www.nrrts.org/
  
  
• Oklahoma ABLE Tech
  Oklahoma ABLE Tech is the Assistive Technology Project of Oklahoma.  Oklahoma ABLE Tech's Mission is to facilitate systems change to enhance the provision of, access to and funding for assistive technology so that individuals with disabilities can achieve their greatest potential.
  okabletech.okstate.edu/
  
  
• PAT's (Partnerships in Assistive Technology, Inc.) Carolina Connection
  It's mission is to increase knowledge about and access to assistive technology for North Carolinians with disabilities.
  www.pat.org/
  
  

• Quartet Technology, Inc.
  Take control of your Independence with the Simplicity ECU. From your bed or wheelchair, simply state a voice command or activate a switch to control your built-in telephone, bed, lights, TV, computer, and so much more! The world leaders in Environmental Control Units (ECU) since 1983!
  www.qtiusa.com
  
  

• REMOTE ABILITY To INDEPENDENCE
  REMOTE ABILITY To INDEPENDENCE is a VISUAL disAbility Expo/Tradeshow for the disAbled. Unique & Hard-to-find Products, Unusual, Helpful & Inspirational Stories, New Innovations, and Home of the 4-AP Study.
  remote-ability.com/
  
  

• RESNA
  RESNA (Rehabilitation Engineering and  Assistive Technology Society of North America) is an interdisciplinary association of people with a common interest in technology and disability. Our purpose is to improve the potential of people with disabilities to achieve their goals through the use of technology.
  www.resna.org/
  
  

• RESNA Technical Assistance Project
  Provides info and consultation to assistive technology programs in states and territories funded under The Technology-Related Assistance For Individuals With Disabilities Act of 1998 (P.L. 105-394), as Amended.  RESNA Technical Assistance Project activities are aimed at facilitating efforts of the nationwide assistive technology programs to reduce barriers to the acquisition of assistive technology devices and services by individuals with disabilities.
  www.resna.org/taproject/index.html
  
  
• Searchable Online Accommodation Resource (SOAR)
  The Job Accommodation Network's Searchable Online Accommodation Resource (SOAR) system is designed to let users explore various accommodation options for people with disabilities in work and educational settings.
  http://janweb.icdi.wvu.edu/soar/
  
  
• Speak to Write
  Realizing the Potential of Speech Recognition (or Voice Recognition) For Secondary Students with Disabilities.
  www.edc.org/spk2wrt
  
  
• Tetra Society of North America
  TETRA with forty branch offices throughout the U.S. and Canada, utilizes the skills of volunteer engineers and technicians to help people with disabilities by creating assistive devices that cannot be found in the marketplace.
  www.reachdisability.org/tetra/
  
  
• TLRD (Technology Reading and Learning Difficulties International Conference)
  TLRD's Eighteenth Annual International Conference January 27-29, 2000, San Francisco, California. Sponsored by Educational Computer Conferences and Co-sponsored by the International Reading Association.
  www.trld.com/

• Text-to-Speech Synthesis information home page.
  This site has been created to provide a focal point of publicly available information about text-to-speech synthesis products.
  www.ultranet.com/~rongemma/

• The Trace Research and Development Center
  The Trace Center is located at the University of Wisconsin. This site includes links to: Trace Program Areas: Project Descriptions, Services, and Contact Information; Trace Publications and Media Catalog Online; Designing an Accessible World; and a Cooperative Electronic Library.
  trace.wisc.edu
  
  
• WebABLE
  The WebABLE mission is to make the Internet and World Wide Web accessible to people with disabilities. To accomplish this mission, WebABLE! provides a host of accessibility services to help you make your web site easier to access by people with disabilities.
  www.webable.com
  
  
• West Virginia Rehabilitation Research Training Center Project Enable
  The Project Enable/Dial-JAN bulletin board system provides information on disability, rehabilitation, employment, and education.
  www.icdi.wvu.edu/Enable.htm

• THE WHEELCHAIR GUIDE
  This site, developed by Daniel Wright, makes chair hunting on the web much easier. The site connects people looking for manual, power, or sports chairs directly to the manufacturers' web sites. Daniel has added The Retailers Guide, as well as The Library Guide (books on buying a wheelchair).
  www.thewheelchairguide.com/
  
  
• Wisconsin Assistive Technology Initiative
  The Mission of the Wisconsin Assistive Technology Initiative is to ensure that every child in Wisconsin who needs assistive technology (AT) will have equal and timely access to an appropriate evaluation and the provision and implementation of any needed AT devices and services. A primary goal is to improve the outcomes and results for children and youth with disabilities through the use of assistive technology to access school programs and curriculum.  The project is designed to increase the capacity of school districts to provide assistive technology services by making training and technical assistance available to teachers, therapists, administrators and parents throughout Wisconsin.
  www.wati.org
  
  
• World Congress & Exposition on Disabilities (WCD)
  The 4th annual World Congress & Exposition on Disabilities (WCD) (September 18-20, 2003)     will continue its mission to provide something valuable for everyone in the disability community. The show floor will once again host a wide array of the latest products and services from more than 200 exhibitors representing associations, pharmaceutical, assistive technology, automotive, mobility, durable medical equipment, personal care, computer and many other industries. There will be a Sports & Recreation Activity Center, the Employment Pavilion, the Assistive Technology Learning Center,  the APA Poster Sessions, ATEN Assistive Technology Lab, and a HALO Exposition (Housing and Assistive Lifestyle Opportunities). There will also be an Educational Program and an Employment Symposium.
  www.wcdexpo.com