Volunteering and outreach
We share our time and knowledge freely through talks, writing, conferences, and mentoring.
Inclusive Design 24 (ID24)
Members of our team founded Inclusive Design 24 (ID24) in 2014 and continue to help run it each year contributing to all events to date.
Who it helps
The event is open to all and designed to reach people regardless of time zone or budget. The ID24 YouTube channel has over 7,000 subscribers and over 280 free talks.
Why it matters
It’s a free, community-driven way to share best practices and advance inclusive design globally. Being part of the organising team also keeps us connected to the wider accessibility community — helping us stay current with emerging issues, learn from others, and ensure our own work continues to reflect the needs and priorities of not only people using accessible technology, but also designing, building, and managing the delivery of accessible technology.
Mentoring
We mentor people at different stages of their accessibility journey, from students and career changers to early-career specialists and disabled professionals entering the field. We do this independently, as well as through programmes such as Accessible Communities and Frontend Mentor .
Who it helps
People who may not have access to formal training or industry connections, especially those from underrepresented backgrounds or new to the digital accessibility profession.
Why it matters
Mentoring supports inclusion by helping people build confidence, grow skills, and feel part of a community that values their contributions. It’s one of the simplest ways we can make the field more welcoming and representative. It benefits us too, by keeping us abreast of the challenges people face and where we can make the greatest difference.
Advocacy and disability group participation
We contribute to advocacy and disability groups that amplify the voices of disabled people such as the West England Sight Loss Council and [example from Felicity].
Who it helps
These groups influence policy and practice across transport, public services, employment, and digital access, helping to create more inclusive environments for disabled people at a local and national level.
Why it matters
Staying connected to local advocacy ensures we remain grounded in real-world challenges and experiences. It deepens our understanding of exclusion and helps us design and deliver more meaningful, inclusive solutions.
We like to listen
Wherever you are in your accessibility journey, get in touch if you have a project or idea.