#inclusive — Public Fediverse posts

I’ve bookmarked a lot of really interesting and useful resources relating to making 📊 Data Visualisations more #Accessible and #Inclusive.

A round-up a few of these resources that might be of interest and use to others. ⤵️

↳ Emily Barone & @frankelavsky talk about ‘A New Vision for Data Viz Accessibility’ in this article from the DataViz Society.

https://nightingaledvs.com/visual-accessibility-barriers-change/

↳ Also from @frankelavsky comes ‘Chartability’ - “… a set of heuristics (testable questions) for ensuring that data visualizations, systems, and interfaces are accessible.”

https://chartability.fizz.studio

↳ There is a whole range of #Dataviz #Accessibility Resources here;

https://github.com/dataviza11y/resources

↳ This ‘Do No Harm Guide’ looks at ways we can work on ‘Centering #Accessibility in Data Visualization’.

https://www.urban.org/sites/default/files/2022-12/Do%20No%20Harm%20Guide%20Centering%20Accessibility%20in%20Data%20Visualization.pdf

↳ And this module in the Gov Analysis Function's Data visualisation e-learning course helps to better understand ‘#Accessibility and colour’ as it relates to #DataViz;

https://analysisfunction.civilservice.gov.uk/support/communicating-analysis/introduction-to-data-visualisation-e-learning/data-visualisation-e-learning-module-3-accessibility-and-colour-palettes/

These are all resources I’ve found really helpful in ensuring visual data is more #Accessible and #Inclusive and I hope they prove useful for you as well.

@dianea yes! It's all there!

https://www.reddit.com/r/freebsd/comments/1vn1yzf/comment/p3tgv6l/

#FreeBSD #fruit #AI #inclusive

RE: https://tech.lgbt/@CordiallyChloe/117071229310820074

A recommendation for you as an alternative to the HP books.

#transinclusive #inclusive @books #recommendation #lgbtqiaplus #reading

‘More #Inclusive #Icons and symbols for #Neurodivergent people.’

A look at the work done by #Swansea University’s Zoe Alderson on “… how neurodivergent people understand and process the icons and symbols used in everyday life, from public signage and transport systems to websites, apps and digital communications.”

https://www.swansea.ac.uk/press-office/news-events/news/2026/08/researchers-work-to-improve-neuroinclusive-design-in-wales-boosted-by-livery-company-award.php

#Semiotics

non-binary-inclusive meme

#meme #lgbtq #inclusive #inclusivity #hashtag

#OneMillionNeighbors - #WaterlooON region

"A vision for an #inclusive, #resilient, and abundant future led by non-profits and grassroots groups.

We connect neighbours with non-profits and grassroots groups to build effective coalitions across urban, suburban, and rural communities in #WaterlooRegion."

FMI:
https://onemillionneighbours.ca/

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Creating #SensoryGardens for #Neurodiverse Individuals: A Guide to #Inclusive #OutdoorSpaces

By Elena, Sep 23, 2025

"Imagine a #garden that doesn’t just ask to be looked at, but to be felt. A place where the rustle of leaves is a gentle song, the scent of #lavender is a calming blanket, and the texture of smooth river stones is a quiet anchor. This is the essence of a #SensoryGarden designed for #neurodiverse individuals—a space that understands that we all experience the world in beautifully different ways.

"#Neurodiversity is the idea that variations in brain function—like #autism, #ADHD, #dyslexia, and others—are natural, human variations. Not deficits. And for many neurodiverse people, sensory processing is a key part of that experience. Some folks are #hypersensitive, where a buzzing bee can feel overwhelming. Others are #hyposensitive, seeking out #IntenseSensoryInput to feel regulated. A well-designed sensory garden caters to this entire spectrum, creating a sanctuary that can reduce anxiety, improve focus, and simply provide a much-needed refuge from an #overstimulating world."

Learn more:
https://simplegardeningideas.com/creating-sensory-gardens-for-neurodiverse-individuals/

#SolarPunkSunday #InclusiveSpaces #SensoryFriendlyGardens #Inclusivity #SpendTimeInNature #NatureHeals #AccessibleGreenSpaces

Green solutions for crisis: how #UrbanGreenSpaces enhance #CommunityHealth

Yuliang Wang, et al.
06 May 2026

"Urban green spaces (#UGS) are vital for public health, especially during crises like the pandemic. While previous studies have explored the link between UGS utilisation and health, the complex interactions between UGS access, demographic factors, and health behaviours remain underexamined, particularly in Northwest China, where UGS are extremely shortage. This study, conducted in NW China’s core city - #Lanzhou, investigates how the pandemic influenced public engagement with UGS and its subsequent effects on public well-being in three #parks. We found that the pandemic spurred increased park visits, reflecting a heightened awareness of their health benefits, yet also exposed access inequalities, especially among those reliant on motor vehicles, and that proximity, commuting methods, and urban infrastructure significantly impact park usage, with frequent and prolonged visits correlating with improved health outcomes and higher willingness to pay (WTP) for parks, especially among younger, educated, and longtime locals. Conversely, increased travel time discourages engagement with UGS, highlighting the need for #AccessibleGreenSpaces. Notably, landscape characteristics like cohesion and patch density play a critical role in health benefits, with cohesive landscapes supporting more significant health improvements. Interestingly, even those with unhealthy habits, such as smoking and drinking, report substantial benefits from park use, suggesting the #RestorativePowerOfNature. To enhance UGS accessibility and maximise health benefits, urban planners should focus on creating #PedestrianFriendly environments, improving #PublicTransportation links, and incorporating health-promoting features in park designs. The findings call for urban planners to focus on enhancing #accessibility, #connectivity, and diversity in park designs, tailored to the unique needs of urban populations, making parks more #inclusive and #resilient spaces for all urban residents. This study provides critical insights into the role of urban parks during crises, offering guidance for #UrbanPlanning and public health strategies in similar urban settings."

Learn more:
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41599-026-07437-z?fromPaywallRec=false

#SolarPunkSunday #MoreParks #MoreGreenSpace #Microclimates #GreenInfrastructure #OpenAccess #OpenAccessJournals #LivableCities #BuildingCommunity #China #GreenerCities #HealingThroughNature #SpendTimeInNature

Research - “Connecting people and the Earth”: the occupational experience of people with different capabilities participating in an #inclusive horticultural social enterprise

"This thesis examines how a #gardening-based social enterprise helps people of all abilities by providing #MeaningfulWork, #SocialConnections, and a #Sense fBelonging. While it highlights the benefits of inclusion and community participation, it also points out challenges like funding and governance that need to be addressed for long-term success.

“This thesis explores how an inclusive horticultural social enterprise supports individuals with diverse abilities by providing meaningful work, social connections, and engagement with #nature. Using participatory action research and ethnographic methods, the study examines themes of inclusion, choice, and community participation. Findings highlight both the benefits and challenges of such initiatives, including governance issues and the need to balance social care with financial #sustainability.

"The research suggests that #GreenCare social enterprises can help address social exclusion by reducing barriers to participation and fostering #resilience. However, structural and policy changes are necessary to fully integrate these initiatives into broader social and health care systems. The study advocates for more inclusive, community-based approaches that empower individuals while maintaining ethical and environmental sustainability.”

Learn more:
https://rootinnature.ca/research/connecting-people-and-the-earth-the-occupational-experience-of-people-with-different-capabilities-participating-in-an-inclusive-horticultural-social-enterprise/

#SolarPunkSunday #CommunityGardens #GreenSpaces #InclusiveSpaces #SpendTimeInNature #AccessiblePlaces #BuildingCommunity #AccessibleGardens