In this episode Sally Britnell, a disability advocate and senior lecturer, discusses the challenges and barriers faced by disabled people in the healthcare sector. Sally shares her personal journey of working in health and the importance of representation in the health workforce. She reflects on the current state of inclusivity, experiences of discrimination, and explores the need for universal design in workplaces. Also, the role of digital tools in enhancing accessibility, the support emplo...

eHealthTALK NZ

Rebecca McBeth

Strengths, not deficits: A blind low vision perspective on working in healthcare

OCT 30, 202525 MIN
eHealthTALK NZ

Strengths, not deficits: A blind low vision perspective on working in healthcare

OCT 30, 202525 MIN

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In this episode Sally Britnell, a disability advocate and senior lecturer, discusses the challenges and barriers faced by disabled people in the healthcare sector.Sally shares her personal journey of working in health and the importance of representation in the health workforce.She reflects on the current state of inclusivity, experiences of discrimination, and explores the need for universal design in workplaces.Also, the role of digital tools in enhancing accessibility, the support employers can provide, and the importance of education in fostering understanding among health staff.