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Ian Ruder

I’ve had the good fortune to be a part of the New Mobility team for the last decade, including the last three as the editor. In that role I’ve focused on making sure NM has its fingers on the pulse of the mobility disability community. I take pride in ensuring that we are sharing stories and resources that help our readers live their lives to the fullest. When I’m not talking with our freelancers and staff or working at my computer, there’s a good chance you’ll find me seeking out one of Oregon’s famous “sunbreaks” in my hometown of Portland. I love to eat and cook (in that order) and embrace my nerdy side with a lifelong passion for Star Wars and a rediscovered adult love of Legos.

COVID-19 Is No Laughing Matter

by Ian Ruder March 9, 2020

What about COVID-19 and those of us who use personal assistance?... Read more.

William Wachtel: Access is a Civil Right

by Ian Ruder March 6, 2020

First in an occasional series about allies of the disability rights movement. William Wachtel is a rock-solid supporter and ally of disability rights and United... Read more.

New Technology Access Initiative Connects Members With Tech Companies and Resources

by Ian Ruder February 2, 2020

Cutting edge technologies have the potential to dramatically improve the quality of life for people with disabilities, and United Spinal Association is committed... Read more.

Refusing to Die: The Chris Dunn Story

by Ian Ruder December 18, 2019

Chris Dunn survived a diving accident that left him paralyzed, on a ventilator and mostly blind only to face an even more hellish reality: a year living in ICU fighting... Read more.

NYC Sidewalks Finally Complying With ADA

by Ian Ruder December 2, 2019

After three administrations and 25 years of litigation, New York City’s sidewalks are finally on the path to complying with the ADA.... Read more.

United Spinal Appoints Army Veteran Danielle Corazza as Vice President of VetsFirst

by Ian Ruder January 2, 2019

United Spinal Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Danielle Corazza, an experienced military and veteran advocate, as the new vice president of... Read more.

Megan Hammond: A Quick Study

by Ian Ruder September 27, 2018

A former teacher turned research assistant who also blogs about wheelchair life and serves as president of the Northeast Ohio Chapter of United Spinal Association,... Read more.

Stand-Up Guy Scott Liesch

by Ian Ruder August 28, 2018

Scott Liesch crisscrosses the nation representing The Standing Company, trumpeting the many benefits of standing wheelchairs. He sees himself as more than a sales... Read more.

‘I Have a Voice’ Earle Powdrell’s Acceptance Speech

by Ian Ruder July 30, 2018

United Spinal Texas member Earle Powdrell captivated a packed ballroom at the Roll on Capitol Hill congressional awards reception.... Read more.

The Rolling Revolution Descends on Washington, D.C.

by Ian Ruder July 30, 2018

United Spinal’s Rolling Revolution took over our nation’s capital for three days in late June for the seventh annual Roll on Capitol Hill.... Read more.