Robin Christopherson

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Robin Christopherson

@USA2DAY

Head of Digital Inclusion at AbilityNet. Accessibility/usability, public speaker, podcaster and all-round fan of tech. Blind and married Father of two.

Warwick, UK Katılım Mart 2009

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Robin Christopherson@USA2DAY·8 Eki

Please can anyone help. This is a brilliant initiative and lots of fun.

Barrie Ellis@access_museum

@USA2DAY Looking for David Calderwood, a pioneer from the BBC Micro days. Also anyone who may have copies of the talking magazine Computer Talk from the 1980s, or any BBC Micro blind accessible software. Can you help? Looking to preserve some of this important AT work at oneswitch.org.uk/art.php?id=386

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Robin Christopherson@USA2DAY·16 Ağu

I recently had a great chat with the creator of Alexa Mini Games about where voice gaming is heading. I’ve covered many of them on my podcast before but these games show just how far Alexa’s come and where it might go next… #VoiceGaming #AlexaGames alexagames.com/just-say-the-w…

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·4 Mar

It's not too late! Join our Head of #DigitalInclusion, Robin Christopherson @USA2DAY next week on Monday 10 March at 10 AM GMT at @DigiLeaders #PublicSector #AI Week: psiweek.digileaders.com/talks/ai-fuell…

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Robin Christopherson@USA2DAY·27 Şub

Yesterday Amazon announced what is probably the most exciting development in the history of the Echo ecosystem - ever! I'm a little excited ✊ pinecast.com/listen/79cee82…

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Steven Scott@BlindGuyTech·19 Şub

Update for listeners to Double Tap on @AMIaudio - you'll get two helpings of the show today. At 12 noon ET you can hear @USA2DAY talking about the world of Windows, and then at 6pm ET our brand new episode with the latest news from #AppleLaunch

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·21 Kas

Congrats to our Robin Christopherson @USA2DAY - he's won the JAWS 'next big thing' idea, with his ‘Smartscreen review’ idea, as part of ‘Sharkvember’ from @FreedomSci to find the next big feature to be included in the popular screen reader! #Sharkvember #JAWS #Accessibility

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·22 Eki

We're delighted that our Robin Christopherson MBE (@USA2DAY ) will be on air on @BBCRadio4 In Touch tonight at 8.40pm, sharing his views alongside other charities, discussing vision impairments and older people. Tune in! bbc.co.uk/programmes/b00…

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·18 Eki

Are you ready for 2025? Do you have an #Accessibility plan in place, or are you looking to create a new #Strategy? Don’t miss our free webinar on Wednesday 23 October at 1pm BST on #DigitalAccessibility Planning for 2025! Register now: abilitynet.org.uk/webinars/acces…

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·10 Eki

With 15% of UK workers estimated to have an existing mental health condition*, check out our useful resources for how to approach mental health in the workplace, for World Mental Health Day today: abilitynet.org.uk/news-blogs/wor… #DiversityInclusion #WMHD2024 @USA2DAY * @mentalhealth

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·8 Eki

Join us at #DigitalLeadersWeek! Discover the pitfalls and possibilities of #ArtificialIntelligence for people with #Disabilities in an insightful talk by our Head of #DigitalInclusion @USA2DAY on 16 October at 12:30PM BST. Register your place today: week.digileaders.com/talks/ai-the-p…

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Robin Christopherson@USA2DAY·13 Eyl

Half way through the latest gem by Richard Osman. This new murder-filled plotline still manages to totally meet the #cosy tag given by @Audible. So heartwarming #Totally❤RichardOsman penguin.co.uk/we-solve-murde…

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·11 Eyl

#EndDigitalPovertyDay is tomorrow! Join our Head of Digital Inclusion, Robin Christopherson as he joins the panel of a free webinar hosted by @techUK and the @DigiPovAlliance. Date: Tomorrow (12 September) Time: 10AM BST Registration link: techuk.org/what-we-delive…

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·6 Eyl

Ready to be recognised for your commitment to #Disability inclusion? The 2024 Recruitment Industry Disability Initiative (@RIDI_org) Awards are now open for nominations: zealous.co/attendable/opp… Our Head of #DigitalInclusion @USA2DAY will be apart of the panel of judges!

RIDI@RIDI_org

We're thrilled to announce our impressive panel of judges for the 2024 #RIDIAwards! These leaders hail from across the #Disability, #Inclusion, and #Recruitment landscape. To explore categories and nominate, visit ridi.org.uk/ridi-awards/ #InclusionRevolution

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Robin Christopherson@USA2DAY·28 Ağu

** AbilityNet’s attitudes to digital accessibility survey ** If you had a magic wand – what changes would you make to enhance digital accessibility within your organisation? Please take a few minutes to complete our annual accessibility survey here: surveymonkey.com/r/Attitudes2024

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·16 Ağu

Don't miss The @DiveInFest 2024 on the 24-26th September: diveinfestival.com Our Head of #DigitalInclusion, Robin Christopherson will be on a panel discussing lived experience and the impact of inclusive #Employment practice. #DiveIn2024

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·8 Ağu

Check out @POST_UK’s report on #DigitalDisengagement and Exclusion! Our Head of #DigitalInclusion @USA2DAY contributed to key insights and recommendations. Download the report for free to find out stats and digital #Inclusion strategies.

POST (UK Parliament)@POST_UK

Digital disengagement refers to motivational reasons for not being online or using digital devices. This may be an active choice or linked to reasons beyond someone's control. Our new POSTnote has more on digital disengagement and impacts on exclusion: post.parliament.uk/research-brief…

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·2 Tem

Have you signed up to hear from our Head of Digital Inclusion @USA2DAY on #RecruitingAndHiringDisabledAndNeurodivergentProfessionals? Join us at this @sicofficialuk event on Thursday, 4th July to learn from our experts about inclusive hiring strategies: eventbrite.co.uk/e/recruiting-a…

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·20 Haz

As the UK approaches a general election, the air's thick with campaign promises, and, in some cases, misinformation. AI-generated fake news can spread rapidly and convincingly, making it tough to discern truth from fiction. @USA2DAY reports.... abilitynet.org.uk/news-blogs/dan…

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Robin Christopherson@USA2DAY·29 May

Really looking forward to it!

Jadu, A Netcall Company@jadu

This year’s #JaduAcademy is our biggest yet! We're thrilled to announce our first speaker: @USA2DAY from @AbilityNet! ✨ Join his session on 'AI and Ableism' to see AI's impact on disability representation. Reserve your spot while you can 👉 hubs.li/Q02yCT0-0

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet·16 May

For Global Accessibility Awareness Day today we'll share during the day a range of useful tips to help you drive accessibility forward. To start, 9 ways to bring digital accessibility to the attention of your organisation: abilitynet.org.uk/news-blogs/9-w… #GAAD #GAAD2024 #Accessibility

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@DigiLeaders @AMIaudio @FreedomSci @BBCRadio4 @mentalhealth @audible @techUK @DigiPovAlliance