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Inclusive UCC Hosts Global Accessibility Awareness Day Seminar

(L-R) Esther Adebayo, student; James Coakley, student; Lilian Joy, University of York; Bonny Murphy, student; Coleman Motherway; Prof. Stephen Byrne, Deputy President and Registrar UCC; Prof. Nuala Finnegan, Dean of Undergraduate and Postgraduate Studies, UCC; Dr. Mary Quirke, Trinity College; Dr. Patricia McCarthy, Trinity College; and Gaston the Dog

Inclusive UCC proudly celebrated Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) last week with a seminar themed "Universal Design and Accessibility: Different Concepts, Same Goal." The event featured international experts and interactive sessions, providing practical insights into accessibility and universal design.

Keynote presentations included:

"Walking the Walk while Talking the Talk" by Dr. Mary Quirke and Dr. Patricia McCarthy from Trinity College.
"Digital Accessibility: Opportunities and Challenges" by Lillian Joy from the University of York.

Staff feedback described the morning as "an informative and inspiring event that highlighted the advances being made in inclusivity and the significant impact it has on peoples' lives." The seminar underscored UCC's dedication to inclusive digital teaching and learning.

With nearly 20% of undergraduates entering through the University's Access Office, UCC emphasises the importance of accessibility and universal design. Professor Stephen Byrne, Deputy President & Registrar, expressed his support: "I am delighted to sponsor this innovative inclusive education project, embedding accessibility in everything we do at UCC."

To learn more about Inclusive UCC, see www.ucc.ie/en/inclusive

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