“…I can’t fill forms on many websites using my voice. It is such a simple activity but made difficult for people like me who use voice input.” “…I can’t buy groceries via the supermarket’s app. It doesn’t work properly with my phone’s screen reader.” Unfortunately, such experiences are common among people who use different types […]
CHAT Gathering: AT supporting Inclusive Education during Covid 19
FreedomTech held a CHAT gathering on 20 October 2020 to discuss how Assistive and Accessible Technology has been supporting inclusive education during COVID 19. Sarah Gavra Boland hosted the gathering along with Siobhan Long and Joan O’Donnell. Opening Remarks: We kicked off with some words from Stuart Lawler, from Sight and Sound Technology, who outlined […]
CHAT #AT4Lockdown
FreedomTech hosted an online CHAT Gathering on April 7th 2020, titled Covid 19: Challenges and Opportunities The meeting was hosted by Sarah Gavra Boland and facilitated by Joan O’Donnell from FreedomTech We were joined by Professor Mac MacLachlan who outlined the importance of access to technology and assistive technology at this time and outlined some […]
Digital skills #AT4Lockdown
Facilitator: Pierce Richardson, Disability Federation of Ireland This discussion centred around the accessibility of different platforms. There was a recognised need for more awareness and training needed around the various platforms available and the pros and cons of each one. Issues raised: Different platforms have different levels of accessibility for different access needs. For example […]