Yet another reminder of why access technology should not be treated as an “add-on” to other disciplines. Orientation and Mobility Instructors and Occupational Therapists do vital work, but access technology is a specialist field in its own right. When things … Continue reading →
I recently had the pleasure of appearing on a long-form podcast with Aaron Richmond, based in Florida, USA. Aaron discovered my work through Facebook and invited me to share my story — the journey of Elise Lonsdale and the work … Continue reading →
As the year comes to a close, I wanted to take a moment to say a heartfelt thank you to the people who have supported me throughout the year and supported DATA Australasia. A big thank you to Gikken, my … Continue reading →
Reflections on a Symbiotic Professional Relationship In this video, I reflect on the symbiotic relationship between DATA Australasia and my ongoing role with the Statewide Vision Resource Centre (SVRC) as part of the Support Skills Program. Shortly after founding DATA … Continue reading →
Giving back has always mattered to me About ten years ago, while living in New Zealand, I watched the NDIS slowly roll out across Australia and began thinking seriously about coming home. Before returning in 2017, I made a conscious … Continue reading →
If you use JAWS, NVDA or Apple VoiceOver, the right training can transform the way you work, study and navigate everyday life. Whether you’re in business, corporate roles, education, communications, nursing, allied health, community services—or simply wanting greater independence at … Continue reading →
In blindness services, there are four core training disciplines that support a person’s independence: Occupational Therapy Orientation & Mobility Orthoptics / Low Vision Access Technolo While OTs, O&Ms and Orthoptists can introduce simple concepts, expecting them to deliver specialist access … Continue reading →
I believe what I do is training, not therapy. Therefore, I discuss the difference between formative and summative assessments. I’ll use my knowledge gained from the Cert IV in Training and Assessment, TAE40122 course to outline these differences, giving people … Continue reading →
Guide dog refusals in Australia remain far too common. The penalties for refusing access are substantial, yet Uber and taxi drivers continue to drive past people who are blind or have low vision—sometimes slowing down, seeing the guide dog or … Continue reading →
One of the most common issues small businesses face is an invoice not being paid on time. But often, the reason is surprisingly simple: the invoice never reached the client in the first place. This usually comes down to how … Continue reading →