Join therapist, talented musician, and composer Tiffany Ha for an intriguing exploration of Gestalt therapy, where we examine the powerful themes of identity and neurodivergence. 

Join therapist, talented musician, and composer Tiffany Ha for an intriguing exploration of Gestalt therapy, where we examine the powerful themes of identity and neurodivergence.&nbsp;

In Plain Sight, hosted by Simon Chong and produced by Andrew Williams, 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 Andrew would love to hear your feedback, thoughts and ideas.

In Plain Sight, hosted by Simon Chong and produced by Andrew Williams, 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 &lsquo;in plain sight'.
Get in touch with the program team via:&nbsp;<a href="mailto:inplainsight@visionaustralia.org">inplainsight@visionaustralia.org</a>. Simon and Andrew would love to hear your feedback, thoughts and ideas.

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This week on In Plain Sight we had the pleasure of interviewing Glenn Wilson a Digital Accessibility Analyst for the Centre for Accessibility Australia. Glenn discusses his background as an educator in fields including computing and manual arts, and how that serves as a scaffold to his current role of ensuring that websites and digital documents are accessible for people with disability. 

Simon and Glenn discuss what makes a website more accessible, particularly for those who are blind or have low vision. Glenn is legally blind, and through his personal background he shares fabulous insights into the technical aspects of best practice in regards to digital accessibility.   
Including explaining how websites can be designed to have accessible narration, large text or other modifiers that help to improve independent navigation. The centre offers other services too such as setting up computers with accessible software, IT help and training workshops. 

The Centre for Accessibility Australia is looking for donations of old, unused computers to pass on to people who need them. You can contact them through the link to inquire how to send old technology in.https://www.accessibility.org.au/contact/

On a similar note, this Thursday the 21st of May is the 15th Global Accessibility Awareness Day. The theme is Digital Access and Inclusion and the more than 1 billion people with disabilities or impairments. Click the link to learn more or participate. https://accessibility.day/

We hope you enjoy this episode and our chat with Glenn. We found it to be insightful and useful, highlighting the importance of accessibility in the digital age. 

This week on In Plain Sight we had the pleasure of interviewing Glenn Wilson a Digital Accessibility Analyst for the Centre for Accessibility Australia. Glenn discusses his background as an educator in fields including computing and manual arts, and how that serves as a scaffold to his current role of ensuring that websites and digital documents are accessible for people with disability.&nbsp;
Simon and Glenn discuss what makes a website more accessible, particularly for those who are blind or have low vision. Glenn is legally blind, and through his personal background he shares fabulous insights into the technical aspects of best practice in regards to digital accessibility. &nbsp;&nbsp; Including explaining how websites can be designed to have accessible narration, large text or other modifiers that help to improve independent navigation. The centre offers other services too such as setting up computers with accessible software, IT help and training workshops.&nbsp;
The Centre for Accessibility Australia is looking for donations of old, unused computers to pass on to people who need them. You can contact them through the link to inquire how to send old technology <a href="in.https://www.accessibility.org.au/contact/">in.https://www.accessibility.org.au/contact/</a>
On a similar note, this Thursday the 21st of May is the 15th Global Accessibility Awareness Day. The theme is Digital Access and Inclusion and the more than 1 billion people with disabilities or impairments. Click the link to learn more or participate. <a href="https://accessibility.day/">https://accessibility.day/</a>
We hope you enjoy this episode and our chat with Glenn. We found it to be insightful and useful, highlighting the importance of accessibility in the digital age.&nbsp;

Digital Accessibility with Glenn Wilson

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This week on the show Simon and Andrew have a chat about the recent changes to NDIS funding and the role this scheme plays in the life of those receiving support.

Our feature interview for this episode is with the ever positive Melanie Hawkes, the WA Director for Physical Disability Australia and disability advocate recognised for her creativity, leadership and commitment to strong inclusive communities. She joined to discuss her role in the DPO (Disability Peoples Organisation), how they support members and how you can join the community. If you're interested in becoming a member or learning more you can click the link here to visit their website. 

Melanie gives anecdotes from her experience living with a physical disability, using a power chair and problems with accessibility while traveling to different cities. A true powerhouse, she was in the top 2 votes in the Discovery Awards in 2024 for innovation for inventing a stick that served as a sort of multi tool to point, click and assist in daily tasks. You can read her blog on the experience here. Melanie plans to take time away from work soon to start on her memoir detailing the joys of dating and finding true love.

We hope you enjoy listening to this insightful, honest chat. 

 

 

 

This week on the show Simon and Andrew have a chat about the recent changes to NDIS funding and the role this scheme plays in the life of those receiving support.
Our feature interview for this episode is with the ever positive Melanie Hawkes, the WA Director for Physical Disability Australia and disability advocate recognised for her creativity, leadership and commitment to strong inclusive communities. She joined to discuss her role in the DPO (Disability Peoples Organisation), how they support members and how you can join the community. If you're interested in becoming a member or learning more you can click the link&nbsp;<a href="https://www.pda.org.au/">here</a> to visit their website.&nbsp;
Melanie gives anecdotes from her experience living with a physical disability, using a power chair and problems with accessibility while traveling to different cities. A true powerhouse, she was in the top 2 votes in the Discovery Awards in 2024 for innovation for inventing a stick that served as a sort of multi tool to point, click and assist in daily tasks. You can read her blog on the experience <a href="https://www.pda.org.au/2025/11/04/the-stick-that-changed-my-life/">here</a>. Melanie plans to take time away from work soon to start on her memoir detailing the joys of dating and finding true love.
We hope you enjoy listening to this insightful, honest chat.&nbsp;
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Physical Disability Australia with Melanie Hawkes

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This week we are revisiting an insightful conversation from last year with prominent author, lawyer and Attorney General of Western Australia Tony Buti. The discussion delves into his personal experience as a father raising a child with Cri-du-chat, and the struggles Tony and his wife Mandy faced along the way. 

On the 5th day of the 5th month we recognise 5P or Cri Du Chat Syndrome with an international awareness day to shine a light on the condition. Cri Du Chat Syndrome is a rare genetic condition cause by a deletion on chromosome 5, affecting 20,000 to 50,000 births. On this day we not only recognise a rare condition but amplify lived experiences like Alkira's. 

We very much appreciated Tony coming in to talk with us; it was a moving and informative conversation.

 

This week we are revisiting an insightful conversation from last year with prominent author, lawyer and Attorney General of Western Australia Tony Buti. The discussion delves into his personal experience as a father raising a child with Cri-du-chat, and the struggles Tony and his wife Mandy faced along the way.&nbsp;
On the 5th day of the 5th month we recognise 5P or Cri Du Chat Syndrome with an international awareness day to shine a light on the condition. Cri Du Chat Syndrome is a rare genetic condition cause by a deletion on chromosome 5, affecting 20,000 to 50,000 births. On this day we not only recognise a rare condition but amplify lived experiences like Alkira's.&nbsp;
We very much appreciated Tony coming in to talk with us; it was a moving and informative conversation.
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Cri du Chat Awareness Day - Tony Buti and Alkira

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