[Cagdu] FYI FW: [nfb-talk] Invitation to June 5 CRPD Tech Briefing

[Michael Hingson]

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From: United States International Council on Disabilities
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Sent: Friday, May 24, 2013 12:03 PM
Subject: Invitation to June 5 CRPD Tech Briefing

INVITATION:

June 5, 2013

4:00PM to 5:30PM

U.S. Senate Office Building, Dirksen 419

Policy Briefing: The Impact of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with
Disabilities (CRPD) on Global Commerce and the International Accessibility
Eco-System

The CRPD was inspired by the principles adopted by the United States
Congress when it passed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). 
This international treaty is extending the spirit of the ADA and improving
access and opportunity for people with disabilities throughout the world.
During the 113th Congress, the U.S. Senate will consider ratification of
this treaty. This educational session will bring together members of
Congress, thought leaders from industry, government, and the disability
community. Leaders from the business community will discuss the impact of
the CRPD on global commerce. 
Participants will learn from leading technology experts on how the treaty is
impacting the international accessibility eco-system.

The Honorable Tony Coelho, former U.S. Congressman and lead author and
sponsor of the Americans with Disabilities Act, will moderate a panel
discussion including:

    * IBM: Frances West, Director,Worldwide Human Ability & Accessibility
Center
    * World Wide Web Consortium: Judy Brewer, Director of the Web
Accessibility Initiative (WAI)
    * Adobe Systems: Andrew Kirkpatrick, Group Product Manager,
Accessibility
    * Consumer Electronics Association: Brian Markwalter, Senior Vice
President, Research and Standards
    * Assistive Technology Industry Association: David Dikter, CEO

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This event is being hosted by the following partners, in conjunction with
information technology industry participants in the M-Enabling Summit:

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