Founder of @AccessNowApp. Disability Activist. Canada’s Top 40 under 40.
Toronto, Canada
Joined May 2009
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I got off a plane to find my independence stripped from me.
This cannot continue happening to disabled people. This #wheelchair is my mobility. My entire life is powered by this wheelchair.
Another flight, another broken wheelchair damaged by #airlines.
ALT A power wheelchair mangled by the airplane
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An impactful message from Keynote speaker @maayanziv at the first full day of the @ontario_living Inspiring Possibilities Conference.
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You’ve seen her work. You’ve probably seen her on your feed. Now you can hear from @maayanziv in person at the Canadian Disability Tech Summit 2026.
🎟️ Join us: accesstosuccess.ca/summit/
📅 November 18, 2026
📍 Toronto, ON
#DisabilityTech #AssistiveTechnology @AccessNowApp
ALT Promotional graphic for the Canadian Disability Tech Summit on November 18, 2026, in Toronto. A large photo shows speaker Maayan Ziv seated in her wheelchair. Text identifies her as the Founder of AccessNow. A QR code appears beside her speaker information.
Im live on @NPR @1a right now. This hour we are talking about air travel and accessibility for people with disabilities. Have a question or comment? We want to hear from you. #RightsOnFlights
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Google AI is helping Canadian businesses, governments, and communities solve real-world challenges and find new opportunities for growth.
See how they're shaping the future of Canada: g.co/canadianinnovation
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On The BetaKit Podcast, @MaayanZiv of @AccessNowApp explains why the rollback of DEI programs is “self-sabotage.”
This week’s podcast presented by #CIXSummit, powered by @ElevateTechCA. betakit.com/deia-accessnow-m…
While I agree education is key, the ON gov not understanding the necessity of penalties is one of the main reasons the province has failed disabled Ontarians in realizing the #AODA.
I spoke with @CBCPLS about this dire failure to uphold human rights.
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Jan 1, 2025 marks the day the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act was supposed to result in a barrier free province. After 20 years, disabled people still face serious discrimination in all aspects of life. #AODAFail
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Meet @maayanziv: disability advocate, entrepreneur, and founder of @AccessNowApp. She's breaking barriers, amplifying voices, and driving change for accessibility worldwide. Follow her for inspiring stories, innovative ideas, and real impact. 🌟 #Inclusion #Accessibility
ALT Image of @maayanziv_, an influencer in a wheelchair, posing in front of glass buildings, with text 'Influencers with disabilities you should be following.'
.@USDOT finalizes rule for 'dignified air travel' for passengers with disabilities
#RightsOnFlights
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thanks to @zlwichter who has been covering the growth and progress of accessibility in air travel as we work to achieve #RightsOnFlights
On this #IDPD I feel privileged to have the opportunity to advocate for the rights of disabled people. I feel grateful for the leadership within our community that has paved the way. I feel passionate about the future which is accessible. #IDPD24
ALT Maayan smiles in her wheelchair in the ICAO boardroom
Today I post from the ICAO headquarters at the first-ever Symposium on Accessibility in International Civil Aviation —a historic convening to address the systemic barriers faced by disabled passengers in air travel. #RightsOnFlights
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"Accessibility in air transport is critical for a barrier-free world" - Dino Zuppa, acting CEO.
We’re thrilled to join this symposium to advance solutions that ensure equitable and inclusive air travel experiences for everyone!
Canada is here 🇨🇦 Proud to be representing alongside the incredible leadership pushing boundaries on disability inclusion in air travel ✈️#RightsOnFlights
ALT Maayan and government of Canada leaders in accessibility including CAO and the CEO of ASC
Canada is here 🇨🇦 Proud to be representing alongside the incredible leadership pushing boundaries on disability inclusion in air travel ✈️#RightsOnFlights
ALT Maayan and government of Canada leaders in accessibility including CAO and the CEO of ASC
Good morning from the @icao / @IATA Symposium on Accessibility in Air Travel.
I’m participating in this historic international convening to address #RightsOnFlights for disabled passengers.
ALT Maayan Ziv smiling outside the building that says ICAO on the wall. She’s bundled for winter in Montreal.
This is horrific. This is exactly why we need stronger standards and regulations that enforce and protect the rights and safety of passengers with disabilities. #RightsOnFlights
Cancer patient injured after flight, says Air Canada staff failed to properly secure her to wheelchair.
Incident comes after multiple complaints of wheelchair users mistreated by airline, by @MichelleGhsoub
cbc.ca/news/canada/british-c… via @cbcnews via @maayanziv #RightsOnFlights
Hiring Peter Dinklage to play the goat that is banished for being different hits so hard on a disability representation front.
The choices in @wickedmovie are so smart - really showcasing a commitment to disability inclusion in film.
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.@AirCanada promised to become more accessible. But hidden cameras show it's still falling short. @cbcmarketplace launched 2nd investigation to check on company’s promises to ‘do better.’
cbc.ca/news/marketplace/air-… via @maayanziv #disability #RightsOnFlights
“The bottom line is that the era of tolerating poor treatment of wheelchair users on airplanes is over”- @SecretaryPete told reporters as he announces a $50 million penalty to American Airlines for violating disabled passengers rights.
#RightsOnFlights
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Incredibly proud of your leadership!
