Accessibility Solutions
Summary: Did you know that persons with disabilities make up to 22% of the population? This rises to 40% of the population over the age of 65. This is a market that no business can afford to ignore. Welcome to the Accessibility Solutions podcast, where we explore the intersection of accessibility, business success, and a more inclusive society. In this show, we discuss how making the world accessible is not only good for business but also a fundamental right for all individuals. Join Linda Hunt, an award-winning Accessibility Consultant, Speaker, and Author. Linda is the CEO of Accessibility Solutions, an accessibility consulting firm that aids businesses and organizations to remedy barriers for Persons with Disabilities. She is an advocate for all things related to accessibility, and a passionate champion for the rights of persons with disabilities. As the Treasurer of Citizens with Disabilities - Ontario and a member of The Rick Hansen Foundation - Accessibility Professional Network, Linda brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our discussions. Through engaging conversations, Linda shares her expertise, practical tips, and inspiring stories to help businesses become more accessible and inclusive. Each episode is designed to empower you with the tools, ideas, and inspiration needed to create an environment that welcomes everyone and drives business success. As a certified Community Champion on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and its Optional Protocol, Linda brings a unique perspective to the podcast. Having personally experienced disability since 2004, she understands the challenges and opportunities that accessibility presents. Join us on this transformative journey as Linda, an engaging speaker on various accessibility topics, guides us towards a world free of barriers. Together, let's build a society where equal access and inclusion are the norm. Tune in to the Accessibility Solutions podcast and discover the profound impact of accessibility on businesses and the economy and why we should all be working towards Making the World Accessible.
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- Artist: Linda Hunt
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Podcasts:
AS:017 Hope without Sight
AS:016 The Joy of Obstacles
AS:015 Reimagining the Accessibility Solutions podcast - An Interview with Linda about Season 2
AS:014 IDPWD 2022
AS:013 Contactless Access
AS:012 Becoming RentABLE
AS:011 Campaign Chat - Part 4
AS:010 Campaign Chat - Part 3
AS:009 Campaign Chat - Part 2
AS:008 Campaign Chat - Part 1
In this episode, Cam Beaudoin talks about digital accessibility, accessibility program management, DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion), and more.
AS:006 The Crisis in Accessible Housing
In this episode, Linda reflects on the theme of the National AccessAbility Week, “Inclusive from the Start” and how it resonates with her and the ongoing efforts of Accessibility Solutions.
In this episode, Linda discusses how she went from jogging in high heels to life in a power wheelchair. How her diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis in 1999 started a chain of circumstances that caused her to Adapt, Adapt, Adapt.
In this episode, Linda discusses how a Culture of Inclusion has to start with Leadership and be embraced by everyone throughout a business or organization. She takes us through the 7 Pillars of Inclusion.
