Louise and Matt redefine ability

On 3rd December, the International Day of people with disabilities, we recognise and celebrate the stories of two individuals who have who have transformed their own experiences of disability into powerful journeys of innovation and advocacy. In this special episode we celebrate the International Day of People with Disability by exploring the power of inclusive design and accessibility. Louise McMillan, a systems analyst at Ashurst, speaks with Matthew Walker, co-founder of Adapt Ability, a company creating innovative mobility solutions. Both guests share inspiring, personal journeys of resilience and adaptation, demonstrating how workplaces can empower individuals by embracing inclusive practices and human-centered design. Matt shares his story of how a life-changing accident inspired him to create mobility devices that emphasise freedom and independence, such as the Omeo, a revolutionary device that’s changing perceptions of disability. While Louise opens up about how Ashurst’s support transformed her experience as she adapted to life in a wheelchair, “They've never made me feel disabled. They've always made me feel able and supportive in order to get me what I need to do to be.” This episode is part of Ashurst’s special Outpacing Change mini-series that includes a collection of conversations with innovators and disruptors who have challenged the status-quo and are changing the world around them. The information provided is not intended to be a comprehensive review of all developments in the law and practice, or to cover all aspects of those referred to. Listeners should take legal advice before applying it to specific issues or transactions.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.