Technology, Ability, and Impact with Laura Tovar

Episode 6 January 13, 2021 00:41:28
Technology, Ability, and Impact with Laura Tovar
Why IT Matters
Technology, Ability, and Impact with Laura Tovar

Jan 13 2021 | 00:41:28

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Show Notes

Our first “Why IT Matters” recording of 2021 covers the small and large ways decisions made about access, priority, and need in technology have direct effect on the perception, engagement, and participation of others.  Our guest, Laura Tovar, Development Director at the Deaf Action Center relates her experience as an American Sign Language interpreter and her career growth to the issues our country is facing: justice, racism, and where and how the truth of matters is conveyed. Why IT Matters is hosted by Tracy Kronzak and Tim Lockie of Now IT Matters!

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