Introducing our Speakers, Panellists, Mediators: Korero for Change M&C

We’re delighted to share with you the programme for our inaugural Kōrero for Change webinar on Media and Communication. We have a stellar line-up of panellists and speakers from across the media landscape, thought leaders from various universities, and mediators from within the disability sector to help steer the conversation.

The media holds a pivotal role in changing the narrative around people with disabilities. In this transformative event, we come together to delve into crucial discussions surrounding ableism and accessibility in this area. Together, we aim to foster dialogue, inspire action and drive positive change within the media industry in Aotearoa New Zealand.

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Kōrero for Change | Media and Communication | 9am-11am Wednesday 10 April 2024 via Zoom.

9am	Introduction to ‘Kōrero for Change’ and housekeeping Dr Rebekah Graham \| Access Matters Aotearoa Co-Chair
9:05am	What is ableism? Examples of ableism in the media Mojo Mathers \| Chief Executive of Disabled Persons Assembly
9:10am	European Union EN 301 549 Accessibility Requirements for Information and Communication Technologies Products and Services Neil Jarvis \| Senior Digital Accessibility Consultant
9:13am	What is the role of Media and Communications in the process of inclusion and belonging? Hon Melissa Lee \| Minister for Media and Communications
9:20am	PANEL ONE \| The Deciders Stacey Wood \| Chief Executive at Broadcasting Standards Authority \| Te Mana Whanonga Kaipāho Lois Turei \| Head of Cultural Partnerships and Newsroom Diversity at NZME Dr Fairooz Samy \| Research Advisor at NZ On Air MEDIATOR Chris Ford \| Kaituhotuho Kaupapa Here ā Rohe - Regional Policy Adviser at Disabled Persons Assembly
9:32am	Discussion / Q&A
9:45am	PANEL TWO \| The Thinkers Peter Thompson \| Associate Professor in Media and Communication at Te Herenga Waka, Victoria University of Wellington Bridget Conor \| Associate Professor and Programme Director of Communication Studies at Waipapa Taumata Rau, University of Auckland Dr Yuki Watanabe \| Lecturer in Media, Film and Communication at the University of Otago Dr Zita Joyce \| Head of Department, Media and Communication at University of Canterbury MEDIATOR Claire Freeman \| Social Media Influencer and Clinical Health Scientist
10am	Discussion / Q&A
10:10am	PANEL THREE \| The Creators Robyn Scott-Vincent \| CEO, Founder and Creative Leader of Attitude Pictures Ltd and AttitudeLive.com Megan Whelan \| Chief Content Officer at RNZ Elina Ashimbayeva \| Founder of Storyo MEDIATOR Juliana Carvalho \| Access Matters Aotearoa Lead Campaigner
10:22am	Discussion / Q&A
10:35am	PANEL FOUR \| The Doers Kaitlin Aldridge \| TVNZ Journalist and Fair Go Reporter Gill Higgins \| TVNZ Journalist and Fair Go Reporter Stewart Sowman-Lund \| Reporter at The Spinoff Caroline Williams \| Stuff Journalist MEDIATOR Jonny Wilkinson \| CEO at Tiaho Trust
10:47am	Discussion / Q&A
10:57am	Closing
11am	Webinar ENDS

Access the full Programme as PDF, Word Doc, Easy Read PDF, Easy Read Word Doc, Large Print, NZSL, Braille or Audio.

We hope you’ll join us for Kōrero for Change | Media and Communication on Wednesday 10 April, 9am – 11am, and be a part of the conversation around the future of inclusion and accessibility in the media.

Noho ora mai