S1E3 - Interview with Barry de Geest and Carolyns travel experiences (low vision & blind)

S1E3 - Interview with Barry de Geest and Carolyns travel experiences (low vision & blind)

Barry De Geest is a dedicated advocate and activist within the New Zealand disability community. He has worked throughout his life to further the aims of disabled citizens to achieve self-determination, choice and control. Barry is an active supporter of the Enabling Good Lives Approach. Barry’s commitment to the sector is evident through his numerous initiatives, particularly through his establishment of the Renaissance Group, which aims to promote accessibility and inclusivity. His insights and dedication have not only raised awareness of the barriers faced by disabled New Zealanders in areas such as housing and employment, but has also assisted to foster a more inclusive society where all people can thrive. Barry’s work extends beyond organisational involvement. He has been a vocal advocate in public forums, using his platform to educate and motivate others. His passion and persistence have garnered respect from many in the disability sector, making him a pivotal figure in the New Zealand disability rights movement. His efforts serve as a testament to the power of advocacy, and the importance of disabled leadership.

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S1E28 - Interview with Wally Noble - Disability researcher, Disability awareness presenter and Advocate

S1E28 - Interview with Wally Noble - Disability researcher, Disability awareness presenter and Advocate

Wally Noble My name is Wally Noble and I am a T4 paraplegic and manual wheelchair user whose work is grounded in lived experience, disability awareness, and creating greater understanding of the every...

30 Sep 56min

S1E27 - Interview with David Goldfield - Marketing Director at Blazie Technologies and Accessible Technology Trainer

S1E27 - Interview with David Goldfield - Marketing Director at Blazie Technologies and Accessible Technology Trainer

David Goldfield David Goldfield is a visually impaired technology user with over 35 years of experience working in the blindness technology space. He provided tech support for Blazie Engineering and t...

31 Aug 1h 20min

S1E26 - Interview with Dr. Huhana Hickey - MNZM, Māori disability and human rights advocate, scholar and former lawyer

S1E26 - Interview with Dr. Huhana Hickey - MNZM, Māori disability and human rights advocate, scholar and former lawyer

Dr Huhana Hickey MNZM is a Māori disability and human rights advocate, scholar and former lawyer of Ngāti Tahinga, Ngāti Ira and Tainui whakapapa. A disabled wahine and wheelchair user, she brings liv...

31 Juli 1h 20min

S1E25 - Interview with Tim Young - CEO at Smart Access Limited

S1E25 - Interview with Tim Young - CEO at Smart Access Limited

Tim Young - CEO at Smart Access Limited Tim Young is the CEO of Smart Access, which has developed a data collection, categorisation, and navigation system for pedestrians with access needs to plan a s...

30 Juni 42min

S1E24 - Interview with Sadie Dingfelder - Author, science journalist, neurodiversity advocate

S1E24 - Interview with Sadie Dingfelder - Author, science journalist, neurodiversity advocate

Sadie Dingfelder - Author, science journalist, neurodiversity advocate Sadie has prosopagnosia — face blindness — which means she can't recognize anyone by their face. Not her mother, not her coworker...

30 Maj 51min

S1E23 - Interview with Dan Shepherd - General Manager, Community and Inclusion

S1E23 - Interview with Dan Shepherd - General Manager, Community and Inclusion

Dan Shepherd Dan is Blind Low Vision NZ’s General Manager, Community & Inclusion, and leads a portfolio of work that is community facing and aims to change attitudes towards vision loss and people who...

30 Apr 29min

S1E22 - Interview with Yenn Purkis - Autistic Author, Speaker, Advocate

S1E22 - Interview with Yenn Purkis - Autistic Author, Speaker, Advocate

Yenn Purkis Yenn Purkis is an Autistic and ADHD, non-binary, asexual advocate and author. They also have a diagnosis of atypical schizophrenia and anxiety. Yenn has been a disability advocate since 20...

31 Mars 48min

S1E21 - Kylee Maloneys award winning broadcast with Victoria Maxwell - Crazy for Life

S1E21 - Kylee Maloneys award winning broadcast with Victoria Maxwell - Crazy for Life

In this special edition of the Disability Disrupters podcast, Kylee Maloney presents her award winning broadcast, interviewing Victoria Maxwell about Victoria's one woman show called Crazy for Life. K...

28 Feb 30min

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