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In 2015 Maayan launched AccessNow out of the need to solve her own problem. What began as a response to her frustration when trying to navigate inaccessible places, AccessNow soon grew to become a mission-oriented social start-up. Within just a couple years AccessNow has vocalized a movement for inclusion, inviting people of all abilities to contribute to the platform. As CEO of AccessNow, Maayan has created a powerful shift in thinking about the importance of accessibility in our world, from accessible technologies to infrastructure, public policy, media and communications. To date AccessNow has shared accessibility information in over 35 countries. <br> <br> | In 2015 Maayan launched AccessNow out of the need to solve her own problem. What began as a response to her frustration when trying to navigate inaccessible places, AccessNow soon grew to become a mission-oriented social start-up. Within just a couple years AccessNow has vocalized a movement for inclusion, inviting people of all abilities to contribute to the platform. As CEO of AccessNow, Maayan has created a powerful shift in thinking about the importance of accessibility in our world, from accessible technologies to infrastructure, public policy, media and communications. To date AccessNow has shared accessibility information in over 35 countries. <br> <br> | ||
− | An influential public speaker who is often in the media, Maayan collaborates with private sector companies as well as government and not-for-profit organizations. She inspires leaders dedicated to raising the profile of accessibility for all. On August 1, 2019 the Government of Canada announced a $2.7M investment in AccessNow to focus on technical development, growth and scale. | + | An influential public speaker who is often in the media, Maayan collaborates with private sector companies as well as government and not-for-profit organizations. She inspires leaders dedicated to raising the profile of accessibility for all. On August 1, 2019 the Government of Canada announced a $2.7M investment in AccessNow to focus on technical development, growth and scale. <br> |
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Date and time: December 7, 2020 | 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm (ET)
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Speaker Biographies - English Session
Luna BengioPrincipal Advisor to the Deputy Minister, Office of Public Service Accessibility, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat Luna joined the federal public service in 1990. Over the last few years, Luna has held several executive positions in areas such as information management and information technology, financial and human resources management, and strategic planning. Prior to joining the Treasury Board Secretariat, Luna led the Public Health Agency of Canada’s Blood Safety Surveillance and Infection Control programs. She also held the position of Executive Director of the Centre for Communicable Diseases and Infection Control. | |
Maayan ZivFounder, Access Now An influential public speaker who is often in the media, Maayan collaborates with private sector companies as well as government and not-for-profit organizations. She inspires leaders dedicated to raising the profile of accessibility for all. On August 1, 2019 the Government of Canada announced a $2.7M investment in AccessNow to focus on technical development, growth and scale. | |
Abigail KiddPolicy Analyst, Policy, Office for Disability Issues | |
Chad LeamanDirector, Innovation, Neil Squire Society |
Speaker Biographies - French Session
François MorissetteExecutive Director, Web and Secure Portals, Digital Service Directorate, Employment and Social Development Canada He has worked in digital and corporate roles, policy, and program delivery. He co-chaired the Government’s Directors of E-communications group. He co-led the Web Managers Council. He also led ESDC’s Executives Network. His team leads ESDC’s presence on Canada.ca and its intranet. They also lead the My Service Canada Account, and the My Service Canada Business Account. They guide programs on accessibility. François balances work, family and health. He misses big Saturday dinners with friends and kids. This bio reads at grade 7.5 in Word in English. | |
Luna BengioPrincipal Advisor to the Deputy Minister, Office of Public Service Accessibility, Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat Luna joined the federal public service in 1990. Over the last few years, Luna has held several executive positions in areas such as information management and information technology, financial and human resources management, and strategic planning. Prior to joining the Treasury Board Secretariat, Luna led the Public Health Agency of Canada’s Blood Safety Surveillance and Infection Control programs. She also held the position of Executive Director of the Centre for Communicable Diseases and Infection Control. | |
Tony LabilloisChampion for Persons with Disabilities and Director, Public Sector Statistics Division, Statistics Canada Tony has spent his entire career at Statistics Canada, rising through the ranks over the past 30 years to become a Director. In 2002, he added a new line to his job description: champion for people with disabilities. The goal is full participation, supporting each person and benefiting from their contribution and productivity. Tony’s expanded role has allowed him to acquire vast knowledge about disability, needs, perceived or real obstacles, effective accommodations, the many facets of accessibility, mechanisms, and solutions. In 2012, he was awarded the Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, recognizing his leadership in promoting diversity at Statistics Canada. Since September 2020, Tony is the Governing Council Vice-Chair and Chair of the Advisory Council of the new Canadian Accessibility network, a national partnership in advancing accessibility for persons with disabilities through Research, Design and Innovation, Education and Training, Policy, Employment, and Community Engagement. Tony’s motto: If you see a door that is a little bit open, go through it. | |
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Nicolas SteenhoutIndependent Accessibility Consultant Confronted by this gap within the digital landscape, Nic began championing web accessibility. He transitioned into the non-profit sector where he collaborated with people with a wide variety of impairments and was introduced to new assistive technologies. Twenty five years on, Nic continues his accessibility work as an independent consultant for both the private and non-profit sectors. Having worked on three continents, he’s engaged with thousands of individuals with disabilities. Blogger, podcaster, public speaker, Nic offers real-world insight into everyday accessibility issues |