AccessWireless.Org Receives FCC Chairman's AAA

October 28, 2011

CTIA's statement after receiving the FCC Chairman's Award for Advancement in Accessibility.

After CTIA-The Wireless Association’s® website, AccessWireless.org, was recognized by Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Julius Genachowski with the Award for Advancement in Accessibility, its Vice President of External and State Affairs Jamie Hastings released the following statement:

 “On behalf of CTIA and our members, we appreciate Chairman Genachowski and the FCC for recognizing the wireless industry’s dedication to making wireless products and services accessible for all Americans.

 “To ensure AccessWireless.org fits the needs of the accessibility community, CTIA worked with a diverse working group that included consumers with disabilities, the wireless industry and the FCC. We are pleased that the association’s website is serving as a useful resource to help people with disabilities, seniors and their families find the right accessible wireless products and services.

“We look forward to continuing to collaborate with the Commission and others in the accessibility community to ensure all Americans can benefit from mobile technology.”

 For more information about the FCC Chairman's AAA click here: http://www.fcc.gov/document/genachowski-and-copps-present-aaa-awards

Matthew Gerst