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275. Improving accessibility and communication for differently able travellers in Africa with Victo Nalule, Founder, Tunaweza Foundation
275. Improving accessibility and communication for differently able travellers in Africa with Victo Nalule, Founder, Tunaweza Foundation
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Length:
33 minutes
Released:
Jan 24, 2024
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Podcast episode
Description
In this episode, Jon and Victo discuss the need for better accessibility and communication for differently able travelers in Africa, as well as the importance of creating uniform global standards. They also explore the role of airlines and customers in driving change and using technology to improve accessibility. Victo shares her experiences and highlights the work of the Tunaweza Foundation in supporting people with disabilities. The episode concludes with a discussion on Victo's TED Talk and involvement with the Obama Foundation. 00:00 Introduction 01:19 Discussing African aviation accessibility 06:15 Challenges faced by differently able travelers 13:05 The need for better facilitation by airlines and airports 14:47 Creating uniform global standards 15:44 The role of airlines and customers in driving change 18:10 Using technology to improve accessibility 24:18 Engagement with airlines and the need for follow-up 26:30 The Tunaweza Foundation and its mission 31:54 Victo's TED Talk and involvement with the Obama Foundation 35:16 Closing remarks Connect with Victo: https://twitter.com/VictoNalule https://www.linkedin.com/in/victo-nalule https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=47UWiWAVgAg https://tunawezafoundation.org/ https://www.facebook.com/victo.nalule/ https://twitter.com/TunawezaO https://twitter.com/TunawezaO/status/1726908954784280946/photo/1 https://www.newvision.co.ug/category/news/disability-champion-nalule-to-present-at-hiv-NV_146931
Released:
Jan 24, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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