Smart Towns are Inclusive towns

Cost: Free

The "Smart Towns are Inclusive Towns" workshop focuses on understanding how people with different backgrounds experience their towns and why it's important to make towns accessible to everyone. We'll discuss how technology can help create more inclusive environments. Participants will also explore the specific needs of Welsh towns and how Smart Towns Cymru can support their development. Together, we'll generate insights to share with others, aiming to build more welcoming and vibrant communities across Wales using smart technology.

Who are Think EDI ?

Sophie Mason, visionary Founder and CEO of Thinkedi, a trailblazing tech company at the forefront of reshaping workplace inclusion. As a disabled and neurodiverse entrepreneur, Sophie brings a unique perspective to the helm, aligning Thinkedi's mission with a commitment to breaking barriers and fostering success for all. Under her leadership, Thinkedi has become a movement, offering innovative solutions like the 'Accommodations Manager,' 'Inclusion tool,' and 'Diversity Dashboard' to combat workplace discrimination. Sophie's journey is one of resilience and determination as she continues to redefine success in the tech industry with innovation and inclusivity at its core.

We're incredibly grateful to have Sophie sharing her knowledge with us in this 1 hour fully funded workshop on Thursday 26th September 14:00 - 15:00.

Workshop overview

After the great success of our previous session with Sophie in April, we are running another workshop, where we will cover;

• How individuals with different protected characteristics experience accessing their towns
• The benefits of making town inclusive and accessible to individuals with all protected characteristics
• Examples of technology that can make towns 'smart'
• Workshops exploring
  - What's great about Welsh towns
  - What we think the future of accessible and inclusive Welsh towns looks like
  - What needs to happen
  - How can tech help us get there.
• Finally we will discuss how Smart Towns Cymru can help.
  
  Throughout the workshop we'll be creating insights as a group to share with other agencies.

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