S1E9 - Part 3: Access Forward: A Journey in Accessible Tech with Paul Daye

Описание: In the final part of this 3 part episode of TCNJ AT Talks, host Brian Kenyon, Vanessa Lombardo, and Madison Bronstein engage with Paul Daye, a lead accessibility analyst at Visa, to discuss the intersection of career paths and accessibility. The conversation highlights Paul's personal journey as a blind individual, his advocacy for disability rights, and the importance of curiosity and self-advocacy in navigating the workforce. They explore the skills necessary for success in tech accessibility, the role of AI and the innovations in assistive technology that are shaping the future. Paul emphasizes the need for individuals to plan their transitions effectively and to advocate for their needs in educational and professional settings. In this conversation, Paul Daye shares his journey of setting goals, adapting plans, and advocating for himself and others with disabilities. He discusses the importance of asking for what you need, navigating independence through study abroad experiences, and his career path in the tech industry. Paul emphasizes the significance of representation for people with disabilities in corporate roles and highlights his current work at Visa, focusing on accessibility initiatives and the need for inclusive practices in technology. He encourages young people with disabilities to explore their interests and gain exposure to technology to prepare for future careers.

Shownotes:
Companies that Lead in Disability Inclusion Outperform Peers Financially, Reveals New Research from Accenture: https://disabilityin.org/articles-and...

Have a burning question about a specific device, a challenge you're facing in the classroom, or an idea for a future episode? Leave us a message on Speakpipe or fill out the Google Form below, and you might just hear your question answered on an upcoming episode!

Speakpipe: https://www.speakpipe.com/msg/s/40355...
Google Form: https://forms.gle/hHXocfqCfo5JftJ27

Website: https://atcenter.tcnj.edu/
Email: [email protected]
Instagram: @ATCenterTCNJ
YouTube: ⁨@ATCenterTCNJ⁩
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/611UCzj...
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...
YouTube Podcasts: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...

The Assistive Technology Center at The College of New Jersey is sponsored by the New Jersey Department of Education, Office of Special Education, and is partially funded by IDEA, Part B. https://www.nj.gov/education/specialed/