Marc Workman

CEO of @BlindUnion. #a11y advocate interested in politics, philosophy, history, and literature. Tweets are my own.

[Marc Workman @MarcWorkman]

Was wonderful to be part of the signing ceremony. This was the culmination of a lot of hard work and will have positive repercussions for years to come. 🙌🏼

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

📸UCLG & the @BlindUnion are pleased to announce the signing of a historic Memorandum of Understanding to solidify and enhance the partnership between the two organizations. This commitment will lead to tangible improvements in our cities.

Press release🔗https://t.co/VqIUwNOu2j

[Carla Qualtrough @CQualtro]

On #WorldBrailleDay we celebrate the importance of #Braille as a means of communication in the full realization of the human rights of the thousands of Canadians who live with a visual impairment.

[United Cities @uclg_org]

Our Pact for the Future recognizes that #accessibility is a human right and necessary for inclusion.

Through our strong partnership with @BlindUnion and other organizations of the accessibility caucus we will put these commitments into action, towards #Cities4All

#UCLGCongress

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

Winding up the three day discussions & training over the Marrakesh treaty implementation. It has been great working with members from across Africa. Thank you our partners @noradno, @IDA_CRPD_Forum and @AfricanAfub.

[Marc Workman @MarcWorkman]

Had a great meeting yesterday. Looking forward to many more good collaborations to come.

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

The @BlindUnion team met with UN Habitat at their offices yesterday to discuss furthering their collaboration to promote inclusive & accessible urban development. Thanks @UNHABITAT for a great partnership!

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

Read our official statement on White Cane Safety Day! The WBU celebrates International White Cane Safety Day with Canes for Ukraine https://t.co/59dova6osF

[Marc Workman @MarcWorkman]

Please forgive the bad Korean pronunciation 😬🇰🇷

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

Accessibility is a right. Cities need to be designed in ways that are inclusive to everyone-WBU CEO @MarcWorkman bringing greetings from #Daejeon and the #UCLGCongress. Thanks to @CBM_Global and @SwissDevCoop for their generous support for this important work.

[Marc Workman @MarcWorkman]

Having some great conversations here in South Korea.

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

We are in #Daejeon for the #UCLGCongress talking to municipal leaders, policy makers,& civil society about the importance of #a11y in urban development. We kicked things off with a session on accessibility & governance including a presentation on Accessibility Go!

[Marc Workman @MarcWorkman]

Thoroughly enjoyed the conversation this morning and looking forward to the rest of the conference!

[TRB @NASEMTRB]

Our TRANSED & DRT conference kicks off online today with @judylshanley & @SecretaryPete! Plus an update on where we are on #accessibility featuring @MaryCrassITF, @MarcWorkman, and @sam_sullivan https://t.co/NYq444t0Az

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

We're hiring at the World Blind Union. We're looking for two enthusiastic individuals to join our team. Applications for a Human Rights Policy Advisor and a Communications Specialist are due September 14. Visit our website for more info. https://t.co/SkfdQIDBcA

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

The World Blind Union is looking for an evaluation consultant. Applications due by September 15. Please share with anyone who may be interested. https://t.co/fvvaGsLS9W

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

@MarcWorkman World Blind Union CEO, kicks off our participation in World Forum 11 to advocate for more inclusive and accessible cities for people who are blind and partially-sighted. #Listen2Cities #WUF11 https://t.co/xWKAB1y6eZ

[Marc Workman @MarcWorkman]

Had a great time participating on a panel on digital accessibility at the #ITF22 Summit this morning in Leipzig. Here's a quick interview they did with me after the panel.

[International #Transport Forum 🌎 @ITF_Forum]

Marc Workman @BlindUnion discussed the usefulness of #GPS and technology for non-visual communication and the importance of testing with everyone in mind at #ITF22
https://t.co/3mXAtk1aDv

[Marc Workman @MarcWorkman]

So proud to be a part of this wonderful organization!

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

Just over a month after launching the Ukrainian Unity Fund, more than $100K US has been raised to assist blind and partially sighted Ukrainians 🎇💛💙💛💙🇺🇦 1/2

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

@HLagrelius from @BlindUnion addresses the United Nations at the High Level Meeting for the New Urban Agenda, click the link to read his full statement, thank you to @GlobalTaskforce for the photo. #HLM #NUA @UN_PGA @UNHABITAT @uclg_org

https://t.co/Z6RRQCVcSS

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

Hannes Lagrelius and the team from #WBU at the #UN Meeting on the New Urban Agenda for inclusive and accessible cities for all, April 28, 2022 @HLagrelius
@DardBen @MarcWorkman
#NUA #HLM. Leave no one and no place behind. https://t.co/6FYB4HUMUj

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

We are concerned about how blind people in Ukraine are coping, accessing supports they need and staying safe. During times of conflict, those with disabilities are often left behind. Learn about the Ukrainian Unity Fund to support blind people in Ukraine! https://t.co/B0NQYywmsV

[World Blind Union @BlindUnion]

WBU stands united with Ukraine and is taking action to help https://t.co/LcuEurLBeP

[Marc Workman @MarcWorkman]

@blindconfucius Had the same question. Looks like they also removed ability to navigate by heading under the home tab.

[David Shepherd @DShepYEG]

At a time when we remember those who had to fight to gain peace, it’s wonderful to read of an Edmonton man & community leader - my friend Ahmed - successfully helping broker peace in his homeland. #ableg