When it comes to digital accessibility, this week's guest is both passionate and knowledgeable. Dr Scott Hollier is the CEO and co-founder of Centre For Accessibility Australia (CFAA), and chatted to Simon about what's new and emerging in the technology spaces that can be of assistance to people with a disability.

CFAA is calling for nominations for the Australian Access Awards, which celebrate organisations and individuals demonstrating outstanding commitment to digital accessibility - recognising excellence across websites, applications, and advocacy initiatives. Categories span a wide range of sectors, including government, education, corporate, and not-for-profit.

To nominate an organisation or an individual, you can complete the form here on the CFAA website.

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Meet Maxine Drake: a powerful voice for inclusion and human rights.

As an advocate with Developmental Disability WA, Maxine stands up for students with disabilities and brings passion, heart, and action to the disability movement.

In this thought-provoking chat, Simon and Maxine explore advocacy, pride, dignity, and what it really takes to create an accessible world where everyone belongs. Acknowledging that sometimes activism is needed to make change happen; social change is easier when we bring people together and are there beside them.

Find out more about the work of Developmental Disability WA by visiting their website: ddwa.org.au

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This week on In Plain Sight, we revisit a fabulous conversation from the beginning of our program's journey with the very talented Eliza Hull, musical artist, writer, journalist, and disability advocate based in Victoria. They have a fascinating chat in which Eliza openly shares insights about her struggles and successes.

Be sure to connect with Eliza through her website or Facebook page. You can view the video clip spoken about during the interview for 'Running Underwater' on YouTube. Plus, you can find out more about Eliza's books here on her publisher's website. Be sure to look out for her future book releases.

Thanks to Andrew Williams, who is standing in as Simon's co-host and producer in Abby Green's absence.

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