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CBU assistant prof nominated for Accessibility Trailblazer Award

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Cape Breton University assistant professor Tammy Bernasky has been nominated for an Accessibility Trailblazer Award recognizing her advocacy for disability rights and inclusive policy.

Cape Breton University assistant professor Tammy Bernasky has been nominated for an Accessibility Trailblazer Award, a recognition that highlights leadership in advancing accessibility across campus and the wider community.

The article situates Bernasky’s work within disability justice and public scholarship, noting her community collaboration and research that inform practical steps institutions can take to remove barriers and foster inclusion.

It emphasizes how these efforts benefit People with Disabilities, including Blind/Low Vision people, by focusing on dismantling discriminatory barriers that limit equal participation in education and public life, echoing wider discussions of ableism.

By spotlighting Bernasky’s nomination, the piece points to momentum for change—encouraging organizations to embed accessibility in everyday decisions and design so fewer problems arise for students, employees, and community members.

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