Do any of the words inclusion, accessibility, assistive technology, usability, or user-friendliness ring a bell? Some of the key words for people with impairments are those mentioned above. But what do they really mean? How can we make sure that persons with disabilities can access our digital goods and services? This episode of BlindSmart features an icon. Michael Hingson, who was born in 1950, has been blind from birth. His fascination with technology has allowed him to witness its development, including the rise in accessibility through time. He now works for a business that aids in making the internet accessible to those with disabilities. As he leads us on a voyage of accessibility, pay attention.

Resources From Michael

The Unstoppable Mindset podcast may be found at https://www.michaelhingson.com/podcast, which is also Michael's personal website. 

The AccessiBe official website: www.accessibe.com

Michael is willing to talk at events on accessibility and how he and his guide dog worked together to help him survive the September 11, 2001 terrorist attack at the World Trade Center.

You can contact Michael at [email protected] or [email protected]

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