Antony Ruck

CEO at Aventido, Co-President at DATEurope

[Lucy Ruck @LucyRuck]

A6 What happens in wider society is often reflected in the workplace. Change needs to happen outside of work as well as in it #AXSChat

[Lucy Ruck @LucyRuck]

A5 Remove the stigma around ‘specialist disability related software' and promote as general productivity tools. They can be essential for disabled colleagues to help remove barriers, but can be useful for most people #BDFTechTaskforce #AXSChat

[Antony Ruck @AntonyRuck]

@LucyRuck Knowing what it does is great, but Knowing the strategies and benefits is crucial, and not always obvious.

[Lucy Ruck @LucyRuck]

A5 Whatever tech solutions you put in place, ensure that the end user knows how to use it! This might sound obvious, but apparently, it’s not! #BDFTechTaskforce #AXSChat

[Antonio Vieira Santos @AkwyZ]

A5 2/6: Digital platforms can foster remote work, providing opportunities for those unable to commute or who need flexible schedules. #AXSChat #Accessibility #DisabilityPrideMonth

[Antonio Vieira Santos @AkwyZ]

A5 1/6: Tech can support those with physical disabilities via adaptive hardware, like voice-to-text software or customizable keyboards, offering inclusive work environments. #AXSChat #Accessibility #DisabilityPrideMonth

[Lucy Ruck @LucyRuck]

A5 Tech is critical to the workplace, but only when implemented and supported well. Speak to your end users and check their tech is working for them #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #Accessibility #AXSChat

[Antony Ruck @AntonyRuck]

@debraruh @LucyRuck Luckier than I deserve xx

[Antonio Vieira Santos @AkwyZ]

A4 1/5 Provide inclusive training sessions for all staff, educating them on different disabilities, empathy, & inclusive language. Clear communication fosters understanding & respect. #AXSChat #Accessibility #DisabilityPrideMonth

[AXSChat @AXSChat]

Q4 Communication is important. How can companies promote disability inclusion and create a welcoming environment for employees of all abilities? Share your best practices! #AXSChat #Accessibility

[Lucy Ruck @LucyRuck]

A3 Employers should not ask disability or health related questions prior to offering someone a job aside from in seven restricted circumstances (see the report for more detail). #TheGreatBigWorkplaceAdjustmentSurvey2023 #AXSChat

[Lucy Ruck @LucyRuck]

A3 A disabled graduate shared with us that “at University, support was thrown at me. In my job, it has to be tracked down. As a student I could access mental health support easily. However, there was nowhere to go from here” #DisabilitySmart #AXSChat

[Lucy Ruck @LucyRuck]

A3 Assessment centres were a common source of frustration, many said they were tiring and inaccessible. Graduates also told us they felt their interview changed when the interview panel saw they had a disability #TheGreatBigWorkplaceAdjustmentSurvey2023 #Accessibility #AXSChat

[Debra Ruh @debraruh]

Agree. Make the simple as easy to implement, easy to follow and adopt. Also remember #Accomadations (also called #Adaptions) can help employees with and w/o #disabilites be more productive. Allow us the tools needed to do our jobs. #AXSChat

[Lucy Ruck @LucyRuck]

A3 64 per cent of graduates found it very difficult or difficult to apply for a job. This included the application portal being inaccessible, recruitment information being long and repetitive, and assessments being inaccessible #TheGreatBigWorkplaceAdjustmentSurvey2023 #AXSChat

[AXSChat @AXSChat]

Q3 What are some common challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in the workplace, and collectively how can we address them
effectively? #AXSChat #Accessibility

[Lucy Ruck @LucyRuck]

A2 According to our survey, 58 per cent of employees said getting the adjustments they needed was due to how assertive and confident they are to ask for that support. Create the right culture so they can come forward #TheGreatBigWorkplaceAdjustmentSurvey2023 #AXSChat