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2026 Applications Open! | Ace Centre We are excited to announce that the British Assistive Technology Scholarship is now accepting applications for the 2026 AT Scholar program. Established in 2020, the AT Scholar program seeks out talent...

Last chance to submit an application to the AT Scholar programme is MIDNIGHT TONIGHT.
A massive opportunity for an intensive few days learning more about #AssistiveTechnology then bringing it all back to the UK.
Don't like flying, or can't get away? There's an online option.
bit.ly/ATScholar26

TechAbility Conference 2025 - TechAbility 19 November 2025  The impact of a conference is proven by whether delegates apply what they have learned. 90% of delegates at last year’s TechAbility Conference said they were very likely, or likely t...

For #TechAbility25 - a keynote presentation like no other! We're thrilled to have Charlie Baxter and Lee Holder from The Music Works with us to explore the transformative power of music making. Real stories, with real impact.
Join us on 19 November. www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

DfE announces pilot of SEND assistive technology lending libraries for schools. Image of pupils at Middle Park Primary with CENMAC Advisory Teacher Carly Adkinson

Department for Education has launched a new pilot scheme of “lending libraries” for #assistivetechnology to support children & young people with #specialeducationalneeds.
Find out more in the latest blog: bit.ly/DfE_ATlendin...

@departmentforedu.bsky.social #SEND #Education #Inclusion #ATech #SEND

TechAbility Conference 2025 - TechAbility 19 November 2025  The impact of a conference is proven by whether delegates apply what they have learned. 90% of delegates at last year’s TechAbility Conference said they were very likely, or likely t...

For #TechAbility25 - a keynote presentation like no other! We're thrilled to have Charlie Baxter and Lee Holder from The Music Works with us to explore the transformative power of music making. Real stories, with real impact.
Join us on 19 November. www.techability.org.uk/techability-...

Webinars - TechAbility Techability Webinars Access all recordings on the TechAbility YouTube channel Featured Webinars

Help learners fulfil their potential in employment by enhancing their independence skills.
Free webinar Tuesday 24 June www.techability.org.uk/webinars/
Register now to hear how The Oaks Specialist College are working with @Assitiv to transform real life work experience.

Natspec National Conference 2025 - Natspec Join us at the Natspec National Conference 2025!

Not long until Natspec National Conference 2025! But there is still time to join us for our packed two day event looking at anything and everything about SEND learners in further education. Don't miss out!

More details and booking: natspec.org.uk/events/natsp...

Use the #Accessibility tools you already own!
Still a few places left on this course - registration closes today.

A female college student is sitting at a desk smiling whilst using an accessible website on both a laptop and mobile device. To the side, text reads “How HeX transforms the learning experience: Accessible design & web development, Website usability audit testing, Inclusive training for teachers, support staff and in-house developers, Empathy lab experiences, and Accessibility consultancy. Between 17-18 June visit us at The Natspec National Conference”

In 2 weeks time, we will be at the @natspec.bsky.social National Conference.

If you're attending, visit our stall, where we will be raising awareness of digital barriers in education.

Find out more about our inclusive services: zurl.co/o8AjF

#Education #A11y #Accessibility

Built-in access - TechAbility Are you curious about the built-in accessibility options available for mainstream tech? This training will talk you through what's available, how to access it, and which learners are best served by th...

Computers, tablets and phones already have a wealth of accessibility options built in.
Find out how to make them work for the young people or adults you support.
10 June. Online. Built-in Access course: www.techability.org.uk/training/bui...

Built-in access - TechAbility Are you curious about the built-in accessibility options available for mainstream tech? This training will talk you through what's available, how to access it, and which learners are best served by th...

Computers, tablets and phones already have a wealth of accessibility options built in.
Find out how to make them work for the young people or adults you support.
10 June. Online. Built-in Access course: www.techability.org.uk/training/bui...

Starts in 10 minutes...
Free webinar: Technology – where is the learning?
www.techability.org.uk/webinars/

Free webinar: Technology – where is the learning?
Tuesday 20 May. 12:30
The important question about technology for teaching staff is, "Where is the learning?"
What are the questions that you need to ask before introducing a technology to learners?
www.techability.org.uk/webinars/

TechAbility Conference 2025 - TechAbility 19 November 2025  The impact of a conference is proven by whether delegates apply what they have learned. 90% of delegates at last year’s TechAbility Conference said they were very likely, or likely t...

You've got 3 days, 12 hours and 45 minutes to submit your presentation for #TechAbility25 www.techability.org.uk/techability-...
Get your #AssistiveTechnology practice or research to an engaged audience: forms.office.com/e/Y1uX1ykadk
To chat it over email techability@natspec.org.uk

Ten days left to submit your #AssistiveTechnology practice or research presentation....
Delegates are keen to hear practical experience and advice along with research and exploratory projects.
Submit your proposal at bit.ly/ta25presente...
#ATech #ATChat

Developing a competency framework for effective assistive technology training Examines the skills and knowledge needed by staff in special schools and colleges to use digital assistive technology effectively.

Just published...
Research examining the skills and knowledge needed by staff in special schools and specialist colleges to use digital #AssistiveTechnology effectively. www.gov.uk/government/p...
We are delighted to have played a part in this much needed research.

Doing interesting things with #AssistiveTechnology? Want to present your practice or research at #TechAbility25, a leading AT conference?
Fill in the form - bit.ly/ta25presente...
The deadline is 19 May.
TechAbility25 is held on 19 November in Nottingham. Delegate bookings open soon...

Doing interesting things with #AssistiveTechnology? Want to present your practice or research at #TechAbility25, a leading AT conference?
Fill in the form - bit.ly/ta25presente...
The deadline is 19 May.
TechAbility25 is held on 19 November in Nottingham. Delegate bookings open soon...

Employment, living independently and accessing leisure activities, can all be enhanced once people discover what their phone can do for them.
Access the world through a mobile phone. Online course. Thursday 3 April.
www.techability.org.uk/training/acc...

Today - 1 PM
Accessibility using Microsoft products - free webinar
www.techability.org.uk/webinars/

Webinars - TechAbility Techability Webinars Access all recordings on the TechAbility YouTube channel Featured Webinars

Webinar - Accessibility using Microsoft products. Free.
1PM. Tues 25 March.
Discover the many accessibility features Microsoft provide. We’ll show you where to start when making the Office suite more accessible along with other in-built accessibility settings.
www.techability.org.uk/webinars/

When using Microsoft Word or Google Docs, don't just make text bigger and bolder to make it a heading. That will work for sighted users, but screen reader users will miss that and just hear it as normal paragraph text. Use actual heading styles, like level 1 through 6.

Employment, living independently and accessing leisure activities, can all be enhanced once people discover what their phone can do for them.
Access the world through a mobile phone. Online course. Thursday 3 April.
www.techability.org.uk/training/acc...

Accessibility Cafe. A Community Hub Menu. How to order... Looking for inspiration? Choose from Light Bites for smaller appetites or Main courses for in-depth discussion. Feel free to order 'off menu' and start a chat on the topic of your choosing.Light Bites: Mobile Apps Tapas - Choose Android/Apple or a mix of both. iPhone/iPad Accessibility - Inbuilt and in-season.Main Courses: Accessible Software Mezze - great value assistive/accessibletech, specially discounted for you. Finding Accessible Digital Products - served with your choice of Artificial Intelligence. Accessibility Statement Souffle - with fresh legal questions facing the community. Neurodiversity Noodle bowl - neurospicy!

The Accessibility Café is back by popular demand at #Digifest2025
Talk to experts from the Assistive Technology Network, @jisc.bsky.social and @techability.bsky.social. Choose from the menu, or order your own #AssistiveTechnology or #Accessibility chat.
Tuesday. The Community Hub in Hall 3. 1:15PM

Supported internships are changing perceptions about what people with special educational needs and disabilities can do.

From catering at Wembley to medical clerking at the Moorfield Eye Hospital, I was so impressed to hear what students have achieved.

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Does your child (in England) have SEND but does NOT have an #EHCP? @contactfamilies.bsky.social & #IPSEA want to know more about your experiences of getting support for your child or young person’s learning. This 5-minute survey closes soon: Tuesday 4 March at 9am: www.surveymonkey.com/r/SENSu...

A young boy sitting on a sofa wearing headphones and holding a tablet. He is looking round smiling at someone not seen in the photo.

To celebrate World Book Day 2025 on 6 March, we’re offering free books in braille and audio for blind and partially sighted children across the UK. 📚

We have fourteen great titles to choose from, available to order now: rnib.in/WorldBookDay

#WorldBookDay