Recently, a paper I co-authored with Cindy Bennett and Erin Brady about “Interdependence” was accepted to my favorite conference and, icing on the cake, received an award. This has been wildly exciting for me, because when I started to write about this very topic four years ago, others in my academic circle were uncertain that the topic was worthwhile. Especially as a PhD student or a young postdoc, it can be difficult to turn skepticism from your academic heroes into productive argument-fortification. For me, this is a story of “stick-with-it-ness” that helps me remember nothing is impossible if you keep questioning, keep reading, and––most importantly––keep coalition-building. Thank you, Cindy, Erin, ASSETS 2018, and all the people from feminist / DS / STS and disability activists who inspired us.
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Video – Invited Talk on Interdependence and Assistive Tech.
Thanks, again, to the wonderful folks at the University of Washington’s DUB for hosting me and video recording my talk, “From Independence to Interdependence: A Social Narrative of Assistive Technology.” I had a terrifically fun time sharing my work and engaging in discussions with faculty and students throughout my visit.
Talk – UW DUB – Interdependence and Assistive Tech.
I had a wonderful time reflecting on the research I’ve been conducting with collaborators over the last two years last Wednesday. Nothing compares to the energy and insights brought by the bright minds at UW DUB. Slides and video to come soon.
Talk – Virginia Tech – Interdependence and Assistive Tech.
Enjoyed sharing my research on assistive technology design with faculty and students at my alma mater on Nov. 17. Go Hokies!