Dr Pam MacNeill

Disability Disrupters

Society EN ↓ 28 episodes

Disability Disrupters is brought to you by Disability Responsiveness New Zealand Ltd. It is a podcast featuring interviews with disabled people from around the globe. We delve into the lives of remarkable disabled people, learn how they have achieved their goals, and also canvas their views on the disability sector landscape, including how they perceive leadership and management within that sector by disabled people ourselves. Tune in to hear these insightful interviews, as well as updates and information about the ways in which we demand that society respond positively to our needs.

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Author

Dr Pam MacNeill

Episodes

S1E3 - Interview with Barry de Geest and Carolyns travel experiences (low vision & blind) 30.09.2024 1:03:18

Barry De Geest is a dedicated advocate and activist within the New Zealand disability community. He has worked throughout his life to further the aims of disabled citizens to achieve self-determination, choice and control. Barry is an active supporter of the Enabling Good Lives Approach. Barry’s commitment to the sector is evident through his numerous initiatives, particularly through his establis...

S1E2 - Interview with Amos Miller - CEO of Glidance 01.09.2024 38:15

Amos Miller, the Founder and CEO of Glidance, is a trailblazer in the field of assistive technology. After losing his sight in his 20s due to a genetic eye condition, Amos embarked on a mission to revolutionize mobility for the blind and vision impaired. With over 25 years of experience, most notably at Microsoft Research, Amos has been at the forefront of developing ground-breaking assistive prod...

S1E1 - Interview with Valerie Smith 01.08.2024 33:36

Valerie Smith is a distinguished New Zealand disability activist. As a senior figure in the disability community, she has been a pivotal force in numerous landmark achievements which have shaped the landscape of awareness, responsiveness, and support to disabled people. Her dedication to championing our rights has earned her a respected place in New Zealand's history of social justice and equality...