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 decision: if I was going to engage with the NDIS, I wanted to do so in two ways.

First, as a participant. I truly believed the NDIS would improve my quality of life — and looking back, it absolutely has.

Second, I wanted to give back as a provider. By then, I already had strong access technology skills and years of experience working with people who are blind or have low vision, including training in JAWS, NVDA, Apple VoiceOver, screen magnification, and low-vision solutions.

When my contract work ended, I chose to keep doing what I love. That’s when I started my own business, working directly with people in their homes, in small groups, and online — delivering practical, respectful access technology training that genuinely builds confidence and independence.

Giving back isn’t an add-on for me. It’s the reason I do this work — and I’m proud that journey continues.

If this resonates with you, or if you’re looking for practical access technology training for yourself or someone you support, feel free to reach out or follow my page to stay connected.