The BBC Sounds podcast, “People Fixing the World,” is a fascinating show that explores the innovative solutions that people are using to solve some of the world’s most pressing problems. In a recent episode titled “Work: Access for All,” the podcast delves into the challenges that people with disabilities face when it comes to finding employment and highlights some of the inspiring initiatives that are making it easier for them to access the job market.
The podcast features interviews with individuals who have overcome various challenges to build successful careers despite their disabilities. One such person is Dan Biddle, who lost both of his legs and his eyesight in the 7/7 London bombings in 2005. Despite these devastating injuries, Dan has gone on to work as a diversity and inclusion consultant, using his experiences to help others.
Another interviewee is Alex Taylor, who was born with cerebral palsy and has spent his life advocating for the rights of people with disabilities. Alex is a disability employment consultant and founder of Disability Rights UK’s Get Ahead Project, which supports young disabled people in their transition from education to employment.
The podcast also explores some of the innovative technologies that are making it easier for people with disabilities to work. For example, the hosts speak with the team behind the “Wheelie,” a device that allows wheelchair users to work at standing desks. They also talk to the makers of the “Brain Port,” a device that uses electrical stimulation to allow people with visual impairments to “see” using their tongues.
One of the most interesting segments of the podcast is a discussion of the benefits that hiring people with disabilities can bring to businesses. The hosts speak with business owners who have made a point of hiring people with disabilities, and who have found that these employees bring unique skills and perspectives to the workplace. They also discuss the ways in which businesses can make their workplaces more accessible and inclusive, from installing ramps and elevators to providing training for employees on how to work with people with disabilities.
Overall, the “Work: Access for All” episode of “People Fixing the World” is a thought-provoking and inspiring exploration of the challenges faced by people with disabilities when it comes to finding employment, and the innovative solutions that are making it easier for them to access the job market. It is well worth a listen for anyone who is interested in issues of accessibility and inclusion, or who is looking for inspiration in their own efforts to make the world a better place.
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