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British Assistive Technology Association (BATA)

@BATAOnline

Not-for-profit member organisation and AT sector body, that unites voices for AT progress. #AssistiveTechnology #ATech #AssistiveTech #DisabilityRights

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Joined December 2009
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💜 BATA is Part of the Purple Tuesday Movement! 💜 We're committed to fostering active discussions in our community about what it means to support disabled people to contribute to the economy and ensure that members have equal access to our services. #PurpleTuesday #Inclusion
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BATA's Special Interest Groups meet regularly to exchange knowledge and discuss policy and practice. Learn more here: bataonline.org/sigs #AssistiveTechnology #VoicesForChange
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BATA would like to thank Rick Bell for 5 years of service as Chair. During his time in post, Rick spearheaded several initiatives, including the growth and development of BATA’s Special Interest Groups, which have been vital in advancing conversations on AT and accessibility.
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Let's work together to turn the 'can't' into 'can'. There's lots of support from us here: bataonline.org/about #DyslexiaAwarenessWeek #VoicesForChange #AssistiveTechnology #EquityAndInclusion
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When we provide tools that align with different ways of thinking, learning, and communicating, we’re fostering a more inclusive and equitable world. #ADHDAwarenessMonth #Neurodiversity #EquityAndInclusion #AssistiveTechnology
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Workplace Special Interest Group Lead Joe Mitchell explains BATA's impact as we celebrate National Inclusion Week. Get in touch with us to become more involved with our SIGs. Email [email protected]. #NationalInclusionWeek2024 #WorkplaceInclusion #EqualityAndDiversity
Our ultimate aim is ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive in their professional environment

ALT Our ultimate aim is ensuring that every individual has the opportunity to thrive in their professional environment

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BATA's Special Interest Groups (SIGs) put you at the heart of vital conversations on disability inclusion and assistive technology. Tomorrow, we talk to Roger Broadbent about The Empowerment Passport. To find out more, contact us: [email protected] #Inclusivity
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BATA Members, what would you give to show your technology to 5000 educators? This is the LAST CHANCE to avail of our 25% discount, an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and help shape vital conversation around accessibility and inclusive education. #assistivetechnology
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DON’T WAIT! 2 days left! Get better connected to the education sector with this iconic show. We're partnering with @Tes to give our members a huge 25% discount on stands in our AT zone. Book today! Contact [email protected]. #AssistiveTechnology #TesShow #Education
BATA Members! Get access to almost 5000 education professionals at the AT Zone at Tes SEND Show with a 25% discount!

ALT BATA Members! Get access to almost 5000 education professionals at the AT Zone at Tes SEND Show with a 25% discount!

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Be part of the Tes SEND Show: BATA Members get 25% Off an innovative new space in the AT Zone! LAST CALL. Hurry! this limited exhibitor discount is only available until Friday. To learn more, email our Comms Coordinator today: [email protected]. #TESSENDShow2024
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"'Inclusivity Magic'": It will change everything! BATA member ReadSpeaker has penned an insightful blog on UDL and AT. Give it a read on our website: bataonline.org/blog/wherethe… #UniversalDesignForLearning #AssistiveTechnology #InclusiveLearning #Education #VoicesForChange
Image of a colourful interlinking circle with the words "inclusivity magic" in the centre. Additional text outside the circle reads "where assistive technology is a natural part of the learning experience for all."

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AbilityNet@AbilityNet2 Aug 2024
Share your thoughts on digital #Accessibility! Our fourth annual Attitudes to Digital Accessibility #Survey is now open for your response. Complete our short survey to share what you think about #DigitalAccessibility: surveymonkey.com/r/Attitudes…
Graphic showing people pointing at different smiley face options. Text reads: Attitudes to Digital Accessibility Survey 2024

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Remember: your results are just one part of your story—not the whole story. We love this dedicated advice page from Disability Rights UK: disabilityrightsuk.org/news/… #ResultsDay #DisabilityRights #InclusiveEducation #AssistiveTechnology
Purple and orange background with a colourful graphic of students standing and smiling. Text in large black font reads "you are more than just a grade."

ALT Purple and orange background with a colourful graphic of students standing and smiling. Text in large black font reads "you are more than just a grade."

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Everyone in society deserves to participate in activity, movement, and sport whether or not they have a disability. Check out our recent conversation about the RNIB's See Sport Differently campaign at the link in bio. #RNIB #SeeSportDifferently #DisabilityInclusion
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Our Special Interest Groups have been hard at work recently! Find out more about the vital work they do at this link: bataonline.org/sigs #AssistiveTechnology #VoicesForChange #DisabilityInclusion #EquityAndInclusion
Diagram detailing BATA Special Interest Groups work over the past months.

ALT Diagram detailing BATA Special Interest Groups work over the past months.

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Policy Connect@Policy_Connect19 Jul 2024
Delighted to be joined by new MPs, Ministers & industry stakeholders at our State Opening of Parliament drinks reception on Wednesday evening. Thanks to all those who attended – contact [email protected] and our team for info about our work during this parl!
Policy Connect were joined by parliamentarians and our network as we hosted a drinks reception to mark the State Opening of Parliament.

ALT Policy Connect were joined by parliamentarians and our network as we hosted a drinks reception to mark the State Opening of Parliament.

Policy Connect were joined by parliamentarians and our network as we hosted a drinks reception to mark the State Opening of Parliament.

ALT Policy Connect were joined by parliamentarians and our network as we hosted a drinks reception to mark the State Opening of Parliament.

Policy Connect were joined by parliamentarians and our network as we hosted a drinks reception to mark the State Opening of Parliament.

ALT Policy Connect were joined by parliamentarians and our network as we hosted a drinks reception to mark the State Opening of Parliament.

Policy Connect were joined by parliamentarians and our network as we hosted a drinks reception to mark the State Opening of Parliament.

ALT Policy Connect were joined by parliamentarians and our network as we hosted a drinks reception to mark the State Opening of Parliament.

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Throughout Disability Pride Month we’ll highlight how assistive technology helps create a more inclusive quality of life for people with different disabilities. #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityInclusion #AssistiveTechnology #VoicesForChange
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ALT Image of disability pride flag showing green for sensory disabilities, blue for emotional and psychiatric disabilities, white for non-visible or undiagnosed disabilities, gold for neurodiversity, and red for physical disabilities.

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Communication Matters@Comm_Matters3 Jul 2024
As new members of @BATAOnline it was great to have Emily, Tina & Helen attend today's AGM and meet other members. We can't wait to work with other like-minded #AT organisations and spread awareness of #AAC 😊
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Deafblind UK is hosting a webinar today at 2pm for local authorities to highlight legal obligations as part of the Care Act 2014: deafblind.org.uk/deafblindne… #DeafblindAwarenessWeek #SightLoss #HearingLoss #Inclusion #VoicesForChange
394,000 people in the UK are living with sight and hearing loss. 60% are over 70 years old.

ALT 394,000 people in the UK are living with sight and hearing loss. 60% are over 70 years old.

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#LearningDisabilityWeek #DisabilityInclusion #LearningDisabilityAwareness #ATAccess #AssistiveTechnology #AdvocatesForChange
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