Interview

Dr. Cathy Holloway is the Academic Director and co-founder of the Global Disability Innovation Hub (GDI Hub) and Associate Professor in UCL’s Interaction Centre. GDI Hub exists to accelerate disability innovation for a fairer world and Cathy’s research revolves around supporting this aim. GDI Hub is part of a partnership which has grown out of […]

Juliette Burton is an award-winning comedian and writer. Juliette has recently completed a UK tour of her award-winning show, Butterfly Effect. Juliette has performed four solos shows, When I Grow Up, Look At Me, Decision Time and Butterfly Effect, at the Edinburgh Fringe. She has sold out the runs of her shows for the last

Liz Sayce was Chief Executive of Disability Rights UK (and its legacy charity Radar) from 2007-2017, where she led work for equal participation for all, through programmes on independent living, career opportunities and shifts in cultural attitudes and behaviour. Liz is Chair of the Commission for Equality in Mental Health, hosted by the Centre for

In her current role, Jola consults with many Fortune 500 clients, looking at disruptive shifts and forces to make sense of the future (and Jola is obsessed with the future). Jola studies US and global consumers, as well as, disruptions and innovation, around the world, to guide her clients on how to connect with today’s

Alejandro coordinates EDF’s advocacy in Political Participation. He is also EDF”s e-accessibility specialist, working on policies concerning accessibility for persons with disabilities in Information and Communication Technologies (ICT), research and innovation, and EDF involvement in standardization activities. Alejandro is also responsible for our relationship with the European Parliament. Among other topics, Alejandro develops policy positions

John Rochford is a Program Director and Faculty Member at the Eunice Kennedy Shriver Center of the University of Massachusetts Medical School. John has spent his entire career serving people with disabilities, especially with intellectual disabilities and/or autism. For several years, John directed residential and respite programs for children and adults with developmental disabilities and

After graduating from the Law Faculty at Istanbul University in 2001, I started a law office which focused on business and contract law. Given this experience, I have devoted an increasing amount of my time and energy to disability rights in Turkey. Working to adequately train and provide guide dogs through the Guide Dog Association

Alexander Hauerslev Jensen is committed to social impact and using technology for good. Alexander is the CCO at Be My Eyes, where he works to make the world more accessible to people with visual impairments. Alexander’s passions include social change, innovation, breaking down barriers and creative business development. Alexander Hauerslev Jensen  

Nasser is the CEO of Microlink PC Ltd founded in November 1992. The companies’ core mission is to provide disability management and Assistive Technology in both the workplace and educational facilities, working towards an inclusive society and offering support throughout a persons’ lifespan. Nasser was awarded an OBE in 2011 for his contribution in helping