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In this thought-provoking episode, (Keep Technology Accessible,) we delve into the importance of ensuring that technology remains accessible to all individuals, regardless of their age, abilities, or socioeconomic status. We explore the challenges associated with the digital divide and discuss strategies to bridge this gap, including affordable internet access, digital literacy training programs, and providing necessary tools. Furthermore, we highlight the significance of designing technology with accessibility in mind, incorporating inclusive design practices and assistive technologies. Promoting digital literacy and encouraging collaboration and innovation in the field are also emphasized as essential components of maintaining accessibility. This episode serves as a call to action, urging you to recognize the value of keeping technology inclusive and empowering everyone to participate fully in the digital age

Handling unexpected situations can sometimes be a challenge. What do you do? What should you say? In this episode, we'll imagine a situation where a blind person accidentally bumps into someone and consider how to make the situation comfortable for everyone.

A passionate fan joins the panel in this episode of BlindSmart to ask Thabo Baseki some crucial questions about being blind. Get a blind person's unvarnished opinions.

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Our words and actions can either make or break others. This is true of how we talk to and treat people living with disabilities. Do you know what to do and what not to do? Discover more in this podcast's featured content.

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Do any of the words inclusion, accessibility, assistive technology, usability, or user-friendliness ring a bell? Some of the key words for people with impairments are those mentioned above. But what do they really mean? How can we make sure that persons with disabilities can access our digital goods and services? This episode of BlindSmart features an icon. Michael Hingson, who was born in 1950, has been blind from birth. His fascination with technology has allowed him to witness its development, including the rise in accessibility through time. He now works for a business that aids in making the internet accessible to those with disabilities. As he leads us on a voyage of accessibility, pay attention.

 

Resources From Michael

The Unstoppable Mindset podcast may be found at https://www.michaelhingson.com/podcast, which is also Michael's personal website. 

The AccessiBe official website: www.accessibe.com

Michael is willing to talk at events on accessibility and how he and his guide dog worked together to help him survive the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack at the World Trade Center.

You can contact Michael at michaelhi@accessibe.com or Michael@MichaelHingson.com

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In this installment of the "BlindSmart" podcast, a write-up from the BlindSmart blog in the series on disability etiquette is featured. Learn how using audiobooks can improve the reading experience of your content for blind readers.

Starting with this episode, articles from the blog page will be featured in this podcast as audio.

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Do any of the words inclusion, accessibility, assistive technology, usability, or user-friendliness ring a bell? Some of the key words for people with impairments are those mentioned above. But what do they really mean? How can we make sure that persons with disabilities can access our digital goods and services?  This episode of BlindSmart features an icon. Michael Hingson, who was born in 1950, has been blind from birth. His fascination with technology has allowed him to witness its development, including the rise in accessibility through time. He now works for a business that aids in making the internet accessible to those with disabilities. As he leads us on a voyage of accessibility, pay attention.  

Resources From Michael

The Unstoppable Mindset podcast may be found at https://www.michaelhingson.com/podcast, which is also Michael's personal website. 

The AccessiBe official website: www.accessibe.com

Michael is willing to talk at events on accessibility and how he and his guide dog worked together to help him survive the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack at the World's Trade Center. michaelhi@accessibe.com and Michael@MichaelHingson.com are the email addresses to use.

In this episode... Find better ways of using your audiobook effectively to benefit blind people. Associated Material https://www.visioninword.com/post/disability-etiquette-use-audiobooks Comments, Questions? Suggestions? Drop me an email, thabo@visioninword.com

This episode features a close friend of mine as a guest. Tsaone Mosweu lost her sight at age 12. In just a few minutes, she is taking us through her story, how she is able to make the most out of her life and refuse to be held down by her limitations. Want a transcript? Check it out here: https://www.visioninword.com/post/i-vowed-to-make-a-difference

Granted power to perform beyond anyone's imagination: JAWS gives you more than enough features to enjoy working with your Windows computer. Want to know how you can get the most out of it? Glen Gordon and Elizabeth Whittaker from Freedom Scientific take us on a JAWS tour. Freedom Scientific produces robust products and services for blind and visually impaired people, including JAWS. This program is made by blind people, with blind people in mind, for blind people, why not get your coffee and snacks then join us? Download JAWS: https://www.freedomscientific.com/downloads Contact the training department: training@vispero.com Contact FS Cast: fscast@vispero.com You can now skip to your prefered chapter 00:00 Previous on the last episode 01:22 Introduction 02:30 New on Seeing Without Sight 08:36 About this podcast 09:22 All about our guests, accessibility, getting started with our JAWS discussion and its tools 31:17 JAWS training 36:55 More questions 51:49 Resource finding, conclusion and contact information

The World Health Organization states that there are 285 million blind and visually impaired people worldwide. Since the pandemic, the use of internet in the business world has grown significantly. What effect does this have on blind people? What tools do they need to be able to cope? In this edition of the BASIC podcast, Quintin Christensen of NV Access joins us to talk about the Non-Visual Desktop Access screen reader. NV Access provides this screen reader at no cost. How are they able to do that? How does the program compare to paid solutions in the same industry? Find answers to these questions and more on this episode.   P.S. NV Access is inviting NVDA users to share their success stories with them in a video form. All videos are to be in English, or if non-English language is used, you are requested to provide a translated version of your video. Footages should be sent to info@nvaccess.org Download NVDA here: https://www.nvaccess.org/download/ Access NVDA training here: https://www.nvaccess.org/shop/ Sit for your NVDA examination here: https://www.nvaccess.org/product/nvda-expert-certification/

In this episode of the BASIC podcast, Thabo Baseki and Layla Larona interview Mr Amit Ganguly of Blessed IT Solutions. Mr Ganguly provides his insights on the changes he has seen in technology over the years and how to make the best use of technology in your business.

In this episode of the BASIC podcast, Thabo Baseki explains his journey with Vision In Word. He discusses how he makes and keep clients, lessons learned, and services offered by Vision In Word.

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