Martyn Sibley: The Importance of Inclusivity in the Tech Industry | Main Episode 3
In this episode of the podcast "Nothing Ventured," host Aarish Shah and guest Martin discuss the topic of inclusivity, particularly in relation to disabilities. They explore why disabilities often get ignored or downplayed in discussions about inclusivity, noting historical and cultural factors. Martin shares his perspective as someone with spinal muscular atrophy and talks about the medical and social models of disability. He highlights the need to move away from the perception of disability being about segregation and charity, and instead focus on inclusion and understanding. 🕒 Time stamps - 01:45 Disabilities often overlooked in inclusivity discussions. 08:05 Increased possibilities for disabled individuals. 14:13 Language matters for inclusion. 17:23 Disability is about societal barriers. 23:45 Opportunities for profit in disability-focused entrepreneurship. 🔗 Martyn's links - LinkedIn - t.ly/VbJDH Twitter - https://twitter.com/martynsibley Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/martynsibley Web - https://www.martynsibley.com
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Show Notes
In this episode of the podcast "Nothing Ventured," host Aarish Shah and guest Martin discuss the topic of inclusivity, particularly in relation to disabilities. They explore why disabilities often get ignored or downplayed in discussions about inclusivity, noting historical and cultural factors. Martin shares his perspective as someone with spinal muscular atrophy and talks about the medical and social models of disability. He highlights the need to move away from the perception of disability being about segregation and charity, and instead focus on inclusion and understanding.
🕒 Time stamps -
01:45 Disabilities often overlooked in inclusivity discussions.
08:05 Increased possibilities for disabled individuals.
14:13 Language matters for inclusion.
17:23 Disability is about societal barriers.
23:45 Opportunities for profit in disability-focused entrepreneurship.
🔗 Martyn's links -
LinkedIn - t.ly/VbJDH
Twitter - https://twitter.com/martynsibley
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/martynsibley
Web - https://www.martynsibley.com
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