United in Accessibility

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United in Accessibility

Welcome to the IAAP Accessibility Podcast, brought to you by the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP), an organization dedicated to supporting professionals and organizations with professional training, certifications, and networking. Our goal is to build professional skills and support organizations that incorporate accessibility into their services, products, and infrastructure. Our "United in Accessibility" podcast provides a platform for shared experiences, solutions, and barriers faced that impact diversity and inclusion in organizations, in the lives of people with disabilities and their circle of support. Join us as we discuss the latest trends and developments in accessibility and learn how you can make a difference.   If you enjoyed our podcast, please subscribe to our channel. For more information about IAAP and our initiatives, please consider subscribing to our newsletter. Thank you for your support!

  1. 11H AGO

    E54: GAAD Special: Lainey Feingold on Advancing Disability Rights Without Litigation

    Send us a text In this GAAD special episode of the United in Accessibility podcast, Lainey Feingold explores how Structured Negotiation advances digital accessibility by centering disabled people and building relationships over confrontation.  She shares examples like talking ATMs, accessible prescription information, and inclusive sports platforms—showing what’s possible when disabled communities lead the conversation.

    54 min

  2. APR 17

    E53: Accessibility in Action: A Conversation with Glenda Sims

    Send us a text In this episode of United in Accessibility, we speak with Glenda Sims, Chief Information Accessibility Officer at Deque Systems and recipient of the 2024 IAAP Outstanding Service Award. Glenda shares her accessibility journey, the importance of mentorship, and how collaboration, ethical AI, and professional certification are shaping a future where digital access is a right, not a barrier.

    43 min

  3. APR 4

    E52: Bridging Accessibility, Law & HCI: A Conversation with Dr. Jonathan Lazar

    Send us a text Dr. Jonathan Lazar shares his journey into human-computer interaction (HCI) and digital accessibility, driven by a passion for using technology to create inclusive experiences. As Executive Director of the Maryland Initiative for Digital Accessibility, he discusses the critical need for integrating legal knowledge with design and research to effectively advocate for digital inclusion. His reflections highlight how early influences and legal training have shaped his work at the intersection of accessibility policy, technology, and user experience.

    53 min

  4. MAR 21

    E51: Pioneering Digital Accessibility in Indonesia: Rahma Utami’s Mission

    Send us a text Rahma Utami shares her journey in establishing Indonesia's first digital accessibility consultancy and creating innovative programs like the Empathy Lab to foster meaningful connections between technology creators and disabled users. Her work highlights the power of accessibility advocacy through community building, direct engagement with disabled individuals, and developing local expertise in regions where accessibility awareness is still emerging.

    31 min

  5. FEB 27

    E50: Championing Disability Rights in Nigeria: Daniel Onwe’s Legal Impact

    Send us a text In this episode of the IAAP United in Accessibility podcast, Daniel Onwe, a Nigerian lawyer and disability rights advocate, shares his journey in advocating for accessibility in Nigeria, highlighting the challenges he faced in inaccessible systems and the legal profession. He emphasizes the importance of implementing existing laws, creating awareness, and changing attitudes towards disability to foster a more accessible Nigeria.

    32 min

  6. FEB 14

    E49: Access for All: Navigating Language, Disability, and Community Impact

    Send us a text In this episode, Manar Swaby, CEO and Founder of Sway B Access LLC, discusses her work in accessibility, language justice, and equity-driven design, emphasizing community-centered strategies for municipalities and nonprofits. Manar shares her journey from being an educator to focusing on accessibility, driven by her experiences with students and her own neurodivergence, highlighting the importance of inclusive communication and challenging the underdiagnosis of ADHD in Black children.

    39 min

  7. JAN 31

    E48: Leading Change: Michael Bach on IDEA Strategies

    Send us a text In this episode of the IAAP United in Accessibility podcast, Michael Bach, founder of the Canadian Center for Diversity and Inclusion, shares his insights on fostering inclusive environments through a strong focus on accessibility within diversity, equity, and inclusion (IDEA) initiatives. Drawing from nearly two decades of experience, he emphasizes the importance of integrating accessibility into organizational practices to empower individuals with disabilities and enhance overall societal equity.

    37 min

  8. JAN 10

    E47: TestParty's Accessibility Journey: Connecting the Dots

    Send us a text In this episode of the United in Accessibility podcast, Ghanaian-American entrepreneur Michael Bervell, Founder and CEO of TestParty, shares his journey in digital inclusion, emphasizing the power of AI in advancing accessibility.    He discusses TestParty’s approach of combining automation with human oversight to enhance server-side improvements, while also recognizing the importance of client-side tools, user training, and hiring people with disabilities to create ethical, user-centered design and meaningful impact in the accessibility space.

    37 min
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Welcome to the IAAP Accessibility Podcast, brought to you by the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP), an organization dedicated to supporting professionals and organizations with professional training, certifications, and networking. Our goal is to build professional skills and support organizations that incorporate accessibility into their services, products, and infrastructure. Our "United in Accessibility" podcast provides a platform for shared experiences, solutions, and barriers faced that impact diversity and inclusion in organizations, in the lives of people with disabilities and their circle of support. Join us as we discuss the latest trends and developments in accessibility and learn how you can make a difference.   If you enjoyed our podcast, please subscribe to our channel. For more information about IAAP and our initiatives, please consider subscribing to our newsletter. Thank you for your support!

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  • Creator
    IAAP
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    54
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 United in Accessibility
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