Making every document an accessible document
Speech synthesis has been around since the late 1950s, and for blind and low vision users of technology, it is a key part of everyday life, on computers, phones, tablets, televisions, smart home devices and much more.
In the first of a two-part webinar series on 25th April, hosted by Sight and Sound Technology, and the …
In our March 2023 UKAAF webinar, Roger Firman was in conversation with Victoria Ward from New College Worcester.
Victoria spoke about her introduction to music learning the cello, her studies at the Birmingham School of Music as it then was, playing in youth orchestras, and in a semi-professional string quartet where she had an experience of …
In January’s 2023 webinar, Matthew Horspool spoke about a wide range of issues concerning braille, the Braillists Foundation, UKAAF Braille Groups, and how he uses braille as a member of the choir at Coventry Cathedral.
No one could doubt Matthew’s passion for braille, particularly since as a teenager he wondered what place it would, or not …
In October’s webinar, James Bowden, Braille Technical Officer at RNIB, spoke about a wide range of issues concerning braille.
He told us about his education using braille, learning a variety of different codes including music, maths and some languages, and spoke of his fascination with how signs had been created. James was also clearly interested in …
In September’s webinar we learned from Gwyn McCormack of Positive Eye Ltd that her experience showed her all too clearly there are gaps in provision needing to be addressed.
She spoke about her teacher background and in the end why she came to the conclusion that she could be more effective running her own business and …
In August’s UKAAF webinar Sophie Randall, Director of the Patient Information Forum (PIF) through personal experience described why health information is crucial for every member of society.
Sophie explained she began her career as a journalist specialising in public health as an Editorial Assistant for a magazine for environmental health officers who work in local government.
Issues …
For nearly 30 years, Judith Furse has been running her own braille producing business. Her introduction to braille began at an early age after losing her sight, and she remains extremely passionate about braille to this day. A valued member of UKAAF’s Editorial Working Group, it was great to hear about her journey and perspective …