The AbilityNet Podcast: Disability. Technology. Inclusion.

Nov 23 2023 84 ep. 31 mins 16
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Welcome to The AbilityNet Podcast: Disability. Technology. Inclusion. The home of coffee-fuelled chats, insights, and the latest updates from accessibility and digital inclusion communities across the globe.  We offer transcripts for every episode and many are also available as videos on our YouTube channel. AbilityNet is a UK charity with a global reach - committed to creating a digital world accessible to all, regardless of ability or age. We offer a wide variety of free online resources, such as this podcast, and our team of experts can help organisations of all types and sizes build accessible digital products and services.

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AN Podcast Ep 22 - Tech4Good Champions: BanktheFood

Nov 23 2023 26 mins  
In this episode of The AbilityNet Podcast, AbilityNet's Freya Robinson welcomes Emma Spring, co-founder and trustee of BanktheFood, a charity revolutionising food bank operations. Emma talks about the story behind BanktheFood, the difficulties food banks have in getting their requirements communicated, and the significance of BanktheFood's cutting-edge app, which notifies contribu

AN Podcast Ep 21 - Embracing Neurodiversity: Building an Inclusive Workplace

Nov 02 2023 43 mins  
Robin Christopherson is joined by Matthew Bellringer to discuss neurodiversity, its importance in the workplace, and how organisations can foster an inclusive culture. Find out more about Matthew by visiting his website: https://www.matthewbellringer.com/links/ Explore AbilityNet’s online learning modules for workplaces: https://abilitynet.org.uk/elearning-workplace Sign u

AN Podcast Ep 20- Disability Inclusion Insights with ClearTalents

Oct 19 2023 28 mins  
In this episode of Disability Inclusion Insights, Claire Jones, Director at ClearTalents, joins Lizi and Adam to discuss how to create an inclusive workplace, the importance of reasonable adjustments, and how technology is driving disability inclusion. If you'd like to connect with ClearTalents or Claire Jones, visit cleartalents.info or email Claire at [email protected]

AN Podcast Ep19 - What can I expect at TechShare Pro 2023?

Oct 18 2023 14 mins  
Mark Walker and Robin Christopherson spill the beans on what to expect at TechShare Pro 2023. Artificial Intelligence, the European Accessibility Act, and winning the business case for accessibility are just a taste of the topics. Join us in-person or online, and secure your ticket for TechShare Pro 2023: www.techsharepro.com Sign up to AbilityNet’s newsletter for the lates

AN Podcast Ep18 - How Smart Socks could transform dementia care

Oct 11 2023 24 mins  
In this engaging conversation, Zeke Steer, CEO of Milbotix, explains the origins of Smart Socks, their unique technology, and how they are currently being trialled. He also discusses their future plans, including potential expansion into at-home use. Milbotix is crowdfunding on Crowdcube. Join them on their mission to create a better future for those with dementia: https://www.c

AN Podcast Ep17 - Disability Inclusion Insights with Boots UK

Sep 21 2023 27 mins  
In this episode of Disability Inclusion Insights, Rosa Salamone, Process Manager for SAP Procurement at Boots UK, joins Lizi and Adam to share her personal experiences and perspectives regarding the significance of hiring disabled people. Rosa also delves into various initiatives that Boots UK has undertaken to champion inclusivity. Explore AbilityNet’s online learning modules

AN Podcast Ep16 - How Vigilent is using AI to reduce carbon emissions

Sep 14 2023 21 mins  
Cliff Federspiel, President and CTO at Vigilent, joins Robin Christopherson to discuss how Vigilent, winners of the AbilityNet Tech4Good Awards 2023's Sustainability Award, uses AI and machine learning to optimise industrial systems while reducing carbon emissions. Find out more about Vigilent: vigilent.com Sign up to AbilityNet’s newsletter for the latest accessibility news.

AN Podcast Ep15 - Microsoft and its Adaptive Accessories

Aug 31 2023 42 mins  
John Helmes and Michael Vermeersch from Microsoft join Robin Christopherson to chat about Microsoft’s Adaptive Accessories. They talk about how these accessories are making a difference in the lives of disabled people and explore how AI might shake things up in terms of customising devices to individual needs. Here is a list of resources that were referenced during the episode:

AN Podcast Ep14 - AXS Passport, winner of Tech4Good’s Workplace Inclusion award

Aug 10 2023 26 mins  
Ellie Thompson from Diversity and Ability joins Robin Christopherson to talk about the story behind the award-winning AXS Passport, its impact on both individuals and organisations, and its future advancements. Access Diversity and Ability’s AXS Passport, to begin sharing your accessibility and inclusion requirements: https://axs-passport.co/ Book your free 15-minute Gap Analy

AN Podcast Ep13 - Disability Inclusion Insights with High Speed Two (HS2)

Jul 25 2023 39 mins  
Welcome to our new series, Disability Inclusion Insights! Join Lizi Green and Adam Tweed, AbilityNet’s expert Digital Inclusion Consultants, in this series to interview leaders in workplace disability inclusion from across industries and around the world. To kick off this new series, Maria Grazia Zedda, Senior Equality Diversity Inclusion Manager at High Speed Two (HS2), joins