WBU's Global Voice Podcast
Global Voice is the official podcast of the World Blind Union, bringing together diverse perspectives from blind and partially sighted people worldwide. This podcast consists of various standalone series that explore key topics such as accessibility, advocacy, inclusive policies, and innovations shaping the future. Through insightful conversations with experts, activists, and community leaders, WBU's Global Voice Podcast amplifies the experiences and leadership of those who are blind or partially sighted, fostering a more inclusive and equitable world.
Episodes
17 episodes
Global Voice - Voices In Leadership Episode 2
In Episode 2 of Voices in Leadership, Marc Workman, CEO of the World Blind Union, is joined by Mark Riccobono, President of the National Federation of the Blind and Regional President for North America and the Caribbean within the...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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53:06
Global Voice - Voices In Leadership Episode 1
welcome to the first episode of our new series, Voices In Leadership. This series spotlights the leaders shaping the future of our movement – how they think, what drives their decisions, and where they see the greatest opportunities for ...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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41:52
Global Voice - Voices In Leadership Trailer
We’re excited to introduce a new series: “Voices in Leadership.”In this series, we sit down with the elected leaders of the World Blind Union for direct, candid conversations. You’ll hear their personal stories, the priorities gui...
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Season 3
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1:52
Global Voice - On the Road to Sao Paulo Episode 4
In this final episode of On the Road to Sao Paulo, we take you inside Plenary Session 3: “The Future of the Global Blindness Movement”, recorded live at the World Blindness Summit & WBU General Assembly. Chaired by Martine Abel-Wi...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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46:32
Global Voice - On the Road to Sao Paulo Episode 3
In Episode 3 of On the Road to Sao Paulo, Marc Workman speaks with Diane Bergeron, Treasure of WBU and Chair of the WBU Women’s Committee. They discuss the program of the upcoming World Blindness Summit, with a particular focus on the Women’s F...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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32:45
Global Voice - Unpacking Accessibility Go! Episode 8
In Episode 8 of Unpacking Accessibility Go!, our final episode of the series, hosts Hannes, Kathy, and Benjamin move on to Commitment 7 of Accessibility Go, dealing with inclusive employment. Listen to the episode to learn how you can use this ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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13:52
Global Voice - On the Road to Sao Paulo Episode 2
In Episode 2 of On the Road to Sao Paulo, Marc Workman speaks with Sarah Barreto Marques Ribeiro, Director of Finance and Administration with ONCB, the host organization of the upcoming World Blindness Summit and WBU General Assembly. They talk...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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41:03
Global Voice - Unpacking Accessibility Go! Episode 7
In Episode 7 of Unpacking Accessibility Go!, hosts Hannes, Kathy, and Benjamin move on to Commitment 6 of Accessibility Go, dealing with accessible meetings and events. Listen to the episode to learn how to make online and in person meetings an...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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12:40
Global Voice - Unpacking Accessibility Go! Episode 6
In Episode 6 of Unpacking Accessibility Go!, hosts Hannes, Kathy, and Benjamin move on to Commitment 5 of Accessibility Go, dealing with inclusive programming and services. Stay tuned to learn how to make programs and services accessibility and...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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14:39
Global Voice - On the Road to Sao Paulo Episode 1
In Episode 1 of On the Road to Sao Paulo, Marc Workman has a conversation with Martine Abel Williamson. They talk about what the World Blindness Summit and WBU General Assembly Is for those who may not be aware, Why this event matters to our co...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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26:12
Global Voice - On the Road to Sao Paulo Trailer
On the Road to São Paulo is the World Blind Union’s newest podcast series, offering behind-the-scenes insights into the upcoming World Blindness Summit and WBU General Assembly. From interviews and personal reflections to event preview...
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Season 2
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2:24
Global Voice - Unpacking Accessibility Go! Episode 5
In Episode 5 of Unpacking Accessibility Go!, hosts Hannes, Kathy, and Benjamin move on to Commitment 4 of Accessibility Go, dealing with capacity, knowledge, and learning. Organizations that aim to be inclusive must embed a commitment to inclus...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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14:59
Global Voice - Unpacking Accessibility Go! Episode 4
In Episode 4 of Unpacking Accessibility Go!, hosts Hannes, Kathy, and Benjamin move on to Commitment 3 of Accessibility Go, dealing with the important but often not well understood matter of procurement. The procurement process is an incredibly...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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15:07
Global Voice - Unpacking Accessibility Go! Episode 3
In Episode 3 of Unpacking Accessibility Go!, hosts Hannes, Kathy, and Benjamin move on to Commitment 2 of Accessibility Go, which deals with all aspects of making communications more accessible. Learn all about the steps organizations can take ...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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18:30
Global Voice - Unpacking Accessibility Go! Episode 2
In Episode 2 of Unpacking Accessibility Go!, hosts Hannes, Kathy, and Benjamin turn to Commitment 1 of Accessibility Go, addressing physical accessibility in the workplace. Learn all about the steps organizations can take to make their spaces m...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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14:26
Global Voice - Unpacking Accessibility Go! Episode 1
In Episode 1 of Unpacking Accessibility Go!, hosts Hannes, Kathy, and Benjamin introduce this helpful resource jointly developed by World Blind Union and CBM Global. Learn what Accessibility Go is, how it’s structured, and how you can use it to...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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21:58
Global Voice - Unpacking Accessibility Go! Series Preview
Get ready for Global Voice - Unpacking Accessibility Go! In this special preview episode, we give you a sneak peek at our podcast's first mini series, Unpacking Accessibility Go!, where we dive into the Accessibility Go! Guide...
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Season 1
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1:30