The AbilityNet Podcast: Disability. Technology. Inclusion.
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.
All Episodes
Ep 23 - How AbilityNet transforms lives through technology: 2024 Impact Report (AI Audio Summary)
<p>In this episode of The AbilityNet Podcast, AbilityNet's Mark Walker discusses the results of AbilityNet's 2024 Impact Report, in an audio summary of the key aspects of the report itself. </p> <p>We're always keen to learn about new technology and its possible value for older and disabled people, so this audio has been built using AI with voice clones for Mark and his co-host, Gwen Bakewell.</p> <p>It's a different way of communicating, so please let us know what you think.</p> <p>You can <a href="https://abilitynet.org.uk/about/abilitynet-impact-report-2024" rel="nofollow">download the AbilityNet Impact Report 2024</a> from the AbilityNet website.</p> <p><a href="https://abilitynet.org.uk/sign-up-for-our-newsletter" rel="nofollow">Sign up to AbilityNet’s newsletter</a> for the latest accessibility news. </p> <p><a href="https://abilitynet.org.uk/abilitynet-podcast" rel="nofollow">Download a transcript of this session</a> from the AbilityNet website. </p> <p>Get in touch via <a href="mailto:enquiries@abilitynet.org.uk" rel="nofollow">enquiries@abilitynet.org.uk</a> with feedback, questions and comments. </p>AN Podcast Ep 22 - Tech4Good Champions: BanktheFood
<p>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. </p> <p>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 contributors at supermarkets in real time, guaranteeing timely and relevant contributions. </p> <p> </p> <p>You can get involved and support BanktheFood’s impactful initiative, by downloading their free app: <a href="https://www.bankthefood.org/downloadapp/" rel="nofollow">https://www.bankthefood.org/downloadapp/</a> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://abilitynet.org.uk/sign-up-for-our-newsletter?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Description&utm_campaign=2023-Podcast-Promo" rel="nofollow">Sign up to AbilityNet’s newsletter</a> for the latest accessibility news. </p> <p><a href="https://abilitynet.org.uk/sites/abilitynet.org.uk/files/Bank%20the%20Food%20Transcript%20%281%29.docx" rel="nofollow">Download a transcript of this session</a> from the AbilityNet website: <a href="http://www.abilitynet.org.uk/podcast" rel="nofollow">www.abilitynet.org.uk/podcast</a> </p> <p>Get in touch via <a href="mailto:enquiries@abilitynet.org.uk" rel="nofollow">enquiries@abilitynet.org.uk</a> with feedback, questions and comments. </p>AN Podcast Ep 21 - Embracing Neurodiversity: Building an Inclusive Workplace
<p>Robin Christopherson is joined by Matthew Bellringer to discuss neurodiversity, its importance in the workplace, and how organisations can foster an inclusive culture. </p> <p>Find out more about Matthew by visiting his website: <a href="https://www.matthewbellringer.com/links/" rel="nofollow">https://www.matthewbellringer.com/links/</a> </p> <p> </p> <p>Explore AbilityNet’s online learning modules for workplaces: <a href="https://abilitynet.org.uk/elearning-workplace" rel="nofollow">https://abilitynet.org.uk/elearning-workplace</a> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://abilitynet.org.uk/sign-up-for-our-newsletter?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Description&utm_campaign=2023-Podcast-Promo" rel="nofollow">Sign up to AbilityNet’s newsletter</a> for the latest accessibility news. </p> <p>Download a transcript of this session from the AbilityNet website: <a href="http://www.abilitynet.org.uk/podcast" rel="nofollow">www.abilitynet.org.uk/podcast</a> </p> <p>Get in touch via <a href="mailto:enquiries@abilitynet.org.uk" rel="nofollow">enquiries@abilitynet.org.uk</a> with feedback, questions and comments. </p>AN Podcast Ep 20- Disability Inclusion Insights with ClearTalents
<p>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.</p> <p>If you'd like to connect with ClearTalents or Claire Jones, visit <a href="https://cleartalents.info/" rel="nofollow">cleartalents.info</a> or email Claire at <a href="mailto:claire.jones@cleartalents.com" rel="nofollow">claire.jones@cleartalents.com</a> </p> <p> Explore AbilityNet’s online learning modules for workplaces: <a href="https://abilitynet.org.uk/elearning-workplace" rel="nofollow">https://abilitynet.org.uk/elearning-workplace</a> </p> <p> </p> <p>Access a free factsheet on Disability and Employment: <a href="http://www.abilitynet.org.uk/factsheets/disability-and-employment" rel="nofollow">www.abilitynet.org.uk/factsheets/disability-and-employment</a> </p> <p> </p> <p><a href="https://abilitynet.org.uk/sign-up-for-our-newsletter?utm_source=Podcast&utm_medium=Description&utm_campaign=2023-Podcast-Promo" rel="nofollow">Sign up to AbilityNet’s newsletter</a> for the latest accessibility news. </p> <p><a href="https://abilitynet.org.uk/sites/abilitynet.org.uk/files/ClearTalents%20-%20transcript%20%281%29.docx" rel="nofollow">Download a transcript of this session</a> from the AbilityNet website: <a href="http://www.abilitynet.org.uk/podcast" rel="nofollow">www.abilitynet.org.uk/podcast</a> </p> <p>Get in touch via <a href="mailto:enquiries@abilitynet.org.uk" rel="nofollow">enquiries@abilitynet.org.uk</a> with feedback, questions and comments. </p>