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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.
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Episodes
64 episodes
E64: Temitope Somuwa on Driving Accessibility Change in Africa and Beyond
Temitope Somuwa, 2025 IAAP Individual Impact Award winner and Group Website Audit and Optimization Officer at United Bank for Africa, joins the United in Accessibility podcast to share his journey as a digital accessibility advocate driving mea...
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E63: United in Accessibility: Leadership, Practice, and Global Impact with Christopher Michael Lee, PhD
This episode of the United in Accessibility podcast features Dr. Christopher Lee reflecting on his personal journey into accessibility and his leadership in building a global ecosystem through G3ict and IAAP, emphasizing accessibility as a grow...
E62: How the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Builds Safety and Belonging with Anette Cmela
In this United in Accessibility podcast episode, Annette Cmela shares how the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is helping create safety and belonging for people with non-visible disabilities through a globally recognized symbol and structured orga...
E61: Chris Ruden on Disability Inclusion, Trust, and Belonging
This episode of the United in Accessibility podcast explores what inclusion looks like beyond awareness, through honest conversation about trust, disability disclosure, and belonging. Chris Ruden shares lived experience and practical insight on...
E60: UDOIT, Accessibility, and Higher Ed Innovation: A Conversation with Morgan Busch, CPACC
In this episode of United in Accessibility Morgan Bush, a software engineer at the University of Central Florida (UCF), discussed his journey in digital accessibility. He highlighted his work on the UDOIT project, an open-source accessibility c...
E59: Accessibility in Practice: Teaching, Testing, and Leadership with Radek Pavlíček, CPWA
In this episode, Radek Pavlíček reflects on more than 25 years of work in accessibility, sharing practical lessons about assistive technologies, conducting real-world user testing, and supporting organizations across Czechia. He also discusses ...
E58: Designing for Everyone: Stéphanie Walter on Enterprise UX and Digital Accessibility
In this episode, UX researcher and accessibility expert Stéphanie Walter explores how to integrate digital accessibility into enterprise UX, sharing strategies to overcome organizational barriers, improve collaboration with developers, and ensu...
E57: AI, Accessibility, and Public Policy with Alex Bennewith
In this episode, Alex Bennewith, a seasoned disability policy expert, shares her 25+ years of experience shaping federal legislation to improve access in healthcare, transportation, and technology. She highlights recent wins like the updated Se...
E56: Neurodiversity in Cybersecurity & Accessibility: Expert Insights with Nathan Chung
In this episode of the United in Accessibility podcast, IAAP’s Sam Evans talks with Nathan Chung, a cybersecurity expert and leading neurodiversity advocate, about how autism, ADHD, and lived experience shape his mission for more inclusive work...
E55: Build for Everyone: CPABE Expert Andres Balcazar on Inclusive Design
In this United in Accessibility podcast episode Architect and global accessibility consultant Andres Balcazar joins IAAP to explore how built environments can, and must, adapt to diverse needs across sectors such as transportation or education....
E54: GAAD Special: Lainey Feingold on Advancing Disability Rights Without Litigation
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...
E53: Accessibility in Action: A Conversation with Glenda Sims
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...
E52: Bridging Accessibility, Law & HCI: A Conversation with Dr. Jonathan Lazar
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 Access...
E51: Pioneering Digital Accessibility in Indonesia: Rahma Utami’s Mission
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 h...
E50: Championing Disability Rights in Nigeria: Daniel Onwe’s Legal Impact
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 syst...
E49: Access for All: Navigating Language, Disability, and Community Impact
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 j...
E48: Leading Change: Michael Bach on IDEA Strategies
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 divers...
E47: TestParty's Accessibility Journey: Connecting the Dots
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. &nbs...
E46: Driving Inclusion in Banking: Prashant Naik's Accessibility Journey
In this episode of the United in Accessibility podcast, Prashant Naik, a Digital Accessibility Specialist at Union Bank of India, discusses his decade-long efforts to enhance banking accessibility for individuals with disabilities, including th...
E45: From Dreams to Action: Ercan Tutal's Journey in Disability Advocacy
In this United in Accessibility podcast episode, Ercan Tutal, a Turkish advocate for disability inclusion, discusses his initiatives like the Alternative Life Association and Alternative Camp, which empower individuals with disabilities through...
E44: Creating Inclusive Office Spaces: Coaching Strategies with Stephanie Warlick
In this episode of the United in Accessibility podcast, Stephanie Warlick discusses the importance of inclusive communication and digital accessibility in small businesses. She shares insights from her book, "The Dark and Silent Office," and ou...
E43: Digital Accessibility Unpacked: WCAG Updates and Best Practices
In this episode of the United in Accessibility podcast, Michele Lucchini and Giacomo Petri from UsableNet explore the implications of WCAG 2.2 for web accessibility and share actionable strategies for implementation. They discuss the transforma...
E42: Revolutionizing Healthcare: Chanda Hinton’s Fight for Accessible Integrative Care
In this episode of the United in Accessibility podcast, Chanda Hinton shares her journey as a spinal cord injury survivor and her role as a leader in healthcare accessibility. Chanda discusses her vision for integrative care and the significant...
E41: Advancing Inclusive Communication: Haben Girma on Descriptive Transcripts
In this episode of the United in Accessibility podcast, Haben Girma discusses the significance of descriptive transcripts in enhancing digital accessibility for diverse audiences. She emphasizes that these transcripts provide richer context and...
E40: The Intersection of Disability, Technology, and Media: Redefining Inclusion in the Digital Age
In this episode of the United in Accessibility podcast, we explore the transformative impact of emerging technologies on disability rights, delving into how AI and digital media are reshaping inclusion. We also discuss the evolving role of advo...