Mai Ling Chan CCC-SLP

Bringing together international technology teams requires leadership, flexibility, and emotional intelligence. Let's explore cultural sensitivity as it relates to project management, interdepartmental communication, team building, and most importantly human connection.

How do we ensure accessibility is included at all stages of technology development? This session explores integrating accessibility at every step of tech development. We will discuss creating inclusive brands, building diverse teams, and ensuring usability for all during research and development and user testing. With a spotlight on communication, we will focus on crafting clear, accessible advertising and internal/external communications. More than simply reaching your audience, we will underscore the importance of fostering an inclusive work environment. Join us as we unravel practical strategies to make technology inclusive for all.

Delve into the multifaceted experience of navigating disability within the Asian community. By exploring cultural attitudes, societal norms, and the intersecting challenges faced by individuals at the crossroads of these identities, this talk aims to provide an introduction to unique barriers and experiences. This presentation serves as a platform to discuss the complexity of these intertwined identities, promoting awareness, empathy, and actionable change toward creating a more inclusive society. Whether you are directly affected, an advocate, or simply eager to understand more about the overlapping spheres of culture and disability, this presentation will offer valuable insights and thought-provoking discussions.