What does true accessibility mean? How can it create a more inclusive workplace where everyone benefits?
Daphne Mavroudi-Chocholi, Managing Director of RNIB (the Royal Institute of the Blind) Enterprises in the UK, joined me for this thoughtful conversation where she shared her valuable ideas about the human and organisational benefits of embracing accessibility and inclusivity.
Learn how inclusive workplace design not only benefits individuals with low or no vision but also improves accessibility for everyone, including those with other physical impairments. Plus practical strategies for encouraging inclusivity in meetings and everyday interactions.
Discover how small and simple adjustments can make a significant difference in ensuring that everyone feels included and valued.
As a passionate global leader with over two decades experience in senior and Board level positions, Daphne Mavroudi-Chocholi is a champion for innovation and inclusivity. In her role as MD of RNIB Enterprises, the commercial operations arm encompassing transcription, consulting and retail services, she is driving forward ambitious plans to grow innovation within RNIB, bringing accessible products, solutions and services to the market.
What you will learn in this episode:
- The importance of designing workplaces with inclusivity at its heart so everyone benefits
- How the RNIB Eyeware app creates an immersive experience so everyone can understand some of the challenges of navigating the workplace with visual impairments
- How to encourage a culture of curiosity and understanding in communication
- Approach conversations with empathy and a desire to do better – even if you get it wrong
- Simple steps everyone can introduce to make their virtual and in person meetings more accessible
- What works- and what can create more challenges in meetings
- Consider accessibility in every interaction
Resources:
- Discover Victoria Rennoldson’s global leader communication coaching: https://culturecuppa.com/leaders-and-managers/
- Discover Victoria Rennoldson’s team communication and cultural intelligence training: https://culturecuppa.com/leaders-and-managers/
- Find Victoria Rennoldson online: https://culturecuppa.com/
- Connect with Victoria Rennoldson on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/victoria-rennoldson/
- Visit the Royal Institute of the Blind’s website: https://www.rnib.org.uk/
- Experience the Eyeware app: https://www.rnib.org.uk/living-with-sight-loss/assistive-aids-and-technology/eyeware
- Connect with Daphne Mavroudi-Chocholi on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/daphnemavroudichocholi/
- Check out Daphne Mavroudi-Chocholi’s Be Helpful Guide and reach out to Daphne and the team. The RNIB have a series of products and services that can ensure leaders and teams are educated and empowered to drive accessibility forward across the organisation: https://www.rnib.org.uk/campaign-with-us/be-helpful-guide/
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