As part of the Inclusive Futures: Voices for Change series, this episode brought together a panel of student representatives to explore digital inclusion from student perspectives.
The panel featured Tánaiste Custance, President of DUSA, Casper Tracey, President of the Visible and Invisible Disabilities Society, and Liam Brown, PhD researcher and contributing member of the project team. Each panellist shared reflections grounded in lived experience, offering perspectives on the challenges and opportunities surrounding accessibility in higher education.
The discussion explored how digital inclusion is experienced by students in practice. Panellists reflected on the realities of digital barriers, the importance of representation, and the role of student voice in shaping more accessible systems. The conversation also highlighted how collaboration across the University can support more inclusive approaches to digital tools, policies, and learning environments.
This episode adopted a panel format, allowing for interaction between participants and the development of shared perspectives. The discussion moved between immediate priorities and longer-term considerations, including practical improvements that can be implemented in the short term and broader changes needed to support sustainable inclusion.
The recording was coordinated and hosted by Dr Ying Wu, with filming and editing led by James Duncan. The use of a multi-camera setup supported a high-quality recording and enabled a more dynamic and engaging presentation of the discussion.
The episode forms part of a growing series that includes both individual and panel conversations, recorded on campus and online with contributors from different contexts. Together, these recordings aim to capture authentic voices and support ongoing dialogue around inclusion and accessibility in higher education.
Episodes from the series will be shared through the project website and related platforms, contributing to wider engagement with inclusive practice.
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