This week on In Plain Sight, host Simon Chong dives into the fascinating world of audio description! 

Discover how it brings the visual arts to life for those who are blind or have low vision, enhancing accessibility and inclusivity.

Simon is joined by audio description advocate Jayde Abbott, singer, actor, voice-over artist and theatre lover Grace King, and Vision Australia Radio Perth volunteer Brigida Desebrock, who shares her passion for audio describing.

To keep updated on audio described events in WA, you can join the Audio Description Events, WA Facebook group mentioned by Brigida during her interview.

The National Gallery of Australia runs a monthly online program for people who are blind or with low vision from across the country. Each session includes audio description of works of art in the National Gallery’s collection and presentations by specialist staff, along with poetry and music to enhance the listening experience. Please contact access@nga.gov.au or +61 2 6240 6632 if you require further information or assistance, or go to their website.

With thanks to Cate Mckenzie for recording Brigida's interview, and to Emma Ross for her involvement with recording and editing Grace's interview.

This week on In Plain Sight, host Simon Chong dives into the fascinating world of audio description! 
Discover how it brings the visual arts to life for those who are blind or have low vision, enhancing accessibility and inclusivity.
Simon is joined by audio description advocate Jayde Abbott, singer, actor, voice-over artist and theatre lover Grace King, and Vision Australia Radio Perth volunteer Brigida Desebrock, who shares her passion for audio describing.
To keep updated on audio described events in WA, you can <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/339442533331716">join the Audio Description Events, WA Facebook group</a> mentioned by Brigida during her interview.
The National Gallery of Australia runs a monthly online program for people who are blind or with low vision from across the country. Each session includes audio description of works of art in the National Gallery’s collection and presentations by specialist staff, along with poetry and music to enhance the listening experience. Please contact access@nga.gov.au or +61 2 6240 6632 if you require further information or assistance, or <a href="https://nga.gov.au/events/art-by-description-online/#:~:text=Each%20session%20includes%20audio%20description,internet%2Dconnected%20computer%20to%20participate.">go to their website</a>.
With thanks to Cate Mckenzie for recording Brigida's interview, and to Emma Ross for her involvement with recording and editing Grace's interview.

In Plain Sight, hosted by Simon Chong and produced by Abby Green is a program where we highlight the incredible stories of people who are making a positive impact in the community and disability sector. Giving a voice to dedicated disability advocates demonstrating advocacy in all its different forms, shining a light on those who might otherwise be hidden ‘in plain sight'.

Get in touch with the program team via: inplainsight@visionaustralia.org. Simon and Abby would love to hear your feedback, thoughts and ideas.

In Plain Sight, hosted by Simon Chong and produced by Abby Green is a program where we highlight the incredible stories of people who are making a positive impact in the community and disability sector. Giving a voice to dedicated disability advocates demonstrating advocacy in all its different forms, shining a light on those who might otherwise be hidden ‘in plain sight'.
Get in touch with the program team via: <a href="mailto:inplainsight@visionaustralia.org">inplainsight@visionaustralia.org</a>. Simon and Abby would love to hear your feedback, thoughts and ideas.

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