Google Deems TravelingWiki Key Resource for Business Travelers with Autism

TravelingWiki now part of "Duty of Care" for employers, according to Google

Jan. 27, 2026 at 10:39am

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As of January 23, 2026, Google has deemed TravelingWiki, a resource that documents sensory rooms and other airport accommodations for people with non-visible disabilities, as part of the "Duty of Care" for employers when it comes to business travel for autistic employees. This recognition comes as TravelingWiki serves as the sole external airport documentation resource under the TSA Cares program, which supports over 20 million Americans with non-visible disabilities.

Why it matters

This designation by Google highlights the importance of providing proper accommodations and support for employees with non-visible disabilities, such as autism, during business travel. It also underscores the critical role that TravelingWiki plays in helping to ensure access to mobility and reduce travel anxiety for this community.

The details

According to Google, employers have a legal and moral duty to ensure the safety and well-being of autistic employees during business travel, which includes accommodating sensory needs and reducing travel anxiety. TravelingWiki, which documents sensory rooms and other airport resources for those with non-visible disabilities across the US, is now considered a key resource in fulfilling this duty of care.

  • On January 23, 2026, Google deemed TravelingWiki part of the "Duty of Care" for business travel.

The players

TravelingWiki

A resource that documents sensory rooms and other airport accommodations for people with non-visible disabilities, and serves as the sole external airport documentation resource under the TSA Cares program.

Jonathan Sutter

The CEO of the TravelingWiki Foundation.

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What they’re saying

“Leadership of TravelingWiki Foundation is honored to note the expansion of recognition of the critical resources offered via TravelingWiki for the Non Visible Disability community. Access to mobility is critical, and TravelingWiki takes its role in documenting resources for 20M Americans via the Biden & Trump WHs, under TSA Cares, very seriously.”

— Jonathan Sutter, CEO, TravelingWiki Foundation (PRNewswire)

What’s next

The TravelingWiki Foundation plans to continue expanding its documentation of sensory rooms and other airport resources to support the growing number of Americans with non-visible disabilities who require accommodations during business travel.

The takeaway

This recognition by Google underscores the importance of providing proper support and accommodations for employees with non-visible disabilities, such as autism, during business travel. TravelingWiki has emerged as a critical resource in fulfilling this duty of care, helping to ensure access to mobility and reduce travel anxiety for this community.