Disability stories
New Zealand app empowers people with disabilities with decision-making
Fri, 4th Apr 2025
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autonomy
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volition
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accessibility
A new mobile web app called Volition is enhancing decision-making for people with disabilities in New Zealand, promoting personal agency and communication.
Diversity boost could enhance NZ tech sector success
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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edutech
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education, learning & training
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recruitment
A report by Toi Mai highlights that employing more tāngata whaikaha could boost the success and diversity of New Zealand's thriving technology sector.
EY study shows Microsoft 365 Copilot boosts inclusivity
Tue, 17th Dec 2024
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genai
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ai
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agentic ai
A recent EY study reveals that Microsoft 365 Copilot significantly enhances workplace inclusivity for disabled and neurodivergent employees.
Apple adds hearing health features to AirPods Pro 2
Tue, 29th Oct 2024
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apple
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airpods
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accessibility
Apple has launched new hearing health features for AirPods Pro 2, aimed at tackling noise exposure and aiding users with perceived hearing loss.
Study: chat-based screening aids candidates with disability
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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recruitment
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autism
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dyslexia
New research from Sapia.ai reveals chat-based screening tools offer a more equitable assessment for candidates with disabilities, reducing the gap in passing rates.
IWD 2024: Driving inclusion - Lessons I learnt from the automotive sector
Fri, 8th Mar 2024
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ict
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iwd
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opinion
Challenging the male-dominated culture in the automotive sector has taught invaluable lessons for better inclusion, says former HR head of a leading automotive retail company.
Exclusive: D2L spearheading accessible eLearning revolution
Mon, 18th Dec 2023
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e-learning
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education, learning & training
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d2l
In an exclusive interview with Tony Maguire of D2L, he highlights the evolution of eLearning and its impact on inclusivity in Australasia.
Sony's Playstation division has flat financial results for Kiwi unit
Mon, 10th Oct 2022
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gaming
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digital entertainment
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interactive
Sony Interactive Entertainment NZ has released its latest financial report, showing the company's profit has increased by 4% totalling $980,000.
Apple previews new features for users with disabilities
Wed, 18th May 2022
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wearables
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apple
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apple iphone
Apple says new software features that offer users with disabilities new tools for navigation, health and communication, are set to come out later this year.
Microsoft unveils adaptive accessories for disability access
Fri, 13th May 2022
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uc
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microsoft
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software
Microsoft launches Inclusive Tech Lab to improve access to technology for people with disabilities, and introduces adaptive accessories.
How safe is New Zealand's disabled community online?
Tue, 22nd Mar 2022
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cybersecurity
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healthtech
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netsafe
New Zealand invests over $75m in cybersecurity for health system amid growing cyber threats and questions arise over online safety for disabled individuals.
Infosys: Digital accessibility still needs work in ANZ region
Fri, 3rd Dec 2021
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report
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accessibility
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disability
New research from Infosys reveals a digital inclusion gap among New Zealand organisations, with 62% in the adopter phase of their digital accessibility journey.
Workbridges launches digital platform for disabled business owners
Fri, 4th Dec 2020
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smb
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dia
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accessibility
Department of Internal Affairs and Workbridge launch pilot programme to support disabled small business owners' digital growth.
auticon highlight benefits of cognitive diversity on Disabilities Day
Thu, 3rd Dec 2020
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autism
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woolworths
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accessibility
A timely reminder that many people on the autism spectrum are able to bring new ways of thinking and problem-solving to tech challenges.
Microsoft launches program to help people with disabilities excel in tech
Thu, 17th Sep 2020
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microsoft
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education, learning & training
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nfp
Microsoft launches pilot program to help people with disabilities excel in technology careers, promoting a more diverse workforce.
Over 80% of people living with a disability say recruitment bias exists
Tue, 3rd Dec 2019
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recruitment
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hays
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dei
Two-thirds of employees with disabilities feel their organisation's leaders don't understand benefits of diversity and inclusion, says Hays survey.