Diverse representation is an expectation, but as individuals no longer allow themselves to be defined in singular terms, there's mounting pressure on brands to understand and sensitively reflect how the intersections between race, gender, class, and ability impact people's everyday lives.

Disability rights advocate and speaker Molly Burke is busting stigma by educating people about her daily life as a blind woman on YouTube. She has been instrumental in filling the representation gap left by mainstream media and breaking down the barriers that blind people regularly experience.

JanSport’s line of adaptive bags aims to appeal to people with disabilities looking for function and fashion on the move. As people become more vocal about the inclusive changes they want to see in clothing and accessories, launches like these demonstrate how some brands are taking heed.

With a brand synonymous with adventurous living, Porsche has joined in the effort to make trekking an activity that is open to all by supplying enhanced wheelchairs. As people expect targeted and authentic support for DE&I, identifying specific impact opportunities can drive rapid innovation.

From typewriters to screen readers to closed captioning, technological innovation has long been driven by the needs of people with disabilities. But how can businesses ensure that new platforms and devices are inclusive? Canvas8 spoke to Reginé Gilbert about how digital accessibility is evolving.