Ok, so suck may not be a very technical term, but it just feels very apt sometimes. I see a lot of discussion about the language we should use when discussing disability. Some people regularly tell me there’s nothing wrong with the term “disabled person”, other people say they don’t associate with that term andContinue reading “Labels Suck”
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Honesty is the best policy
There have been many times when it has either been noted that a solution is not fully accessible, or it has been specifically brought to the product owner’s attention; yet there has still been hesitance to be open and honest and to include accessibility in first level communications. Our founder, Jodie Greer, shares a shortContinue reading “Honesty is the best policy”
Asking for help is a strength
I hosted a webinar this morning on behalf of the IAAP (International Association of Accessibility Professionals), on the subject of Accessibility Expertise. It was a pleasure really, as it was a nice informal chat with one of my favourite fellow accessibility professionals – Neil Eustice from KPMG. The intention of the webinar was to shareContinue reading “Asking for help is a strength”
Seniority is not Superiority
There is often talk of inclusion, of wanting people to feel confident to be themselves and to request any accessibility adjustments or accommodations they need. Of course, that’s just what we should be hearing. However actions speak louder than words and behaviours can sometimes stop exactly that from happening. How many times have you heardContinue reading “Seniority is not Superiority”
Disability Inclusive Visuals
Does your diversity & inclusion (D&I) strategy and agenda demonstrate intent for disability inclusion? Do your D&I visuals do the same? Hear what our founder, Jodie Greer, has to say about many of the D&I visuals she comes across on social media. A video transcript is available.
Feeling positive about 2021
Not even a week into the new year; one that is starting just as challenging, if not more so, than the last ended and yet I’m smiling. I haven’t won the lottery, well not literally, and it’s not gin induced so what’s it all about? It’s about feeling like I’m at the start of somethingContinue reading “Feeling positive about 2021”
Proud to Present Be #PeopleSmart Ltd
I am so excited to be writing this first blog as the Founder of Be #PeopleSmart Ltd. My name is Jodie Greer and I appreciate you taking the time to find out more about me and where Be #PeopleSmart came from. When disability inclusion and accessibility are your passion, it’s exciting enough to get toContinue reading “Proud to Present Be #PeopleSmart Ltd”