TEDI 3 Week 4 - Broadening Networks of Support

Verhoef, Suna

TEDI 3 Week 4 - Broadening Networks of Support

MOOC

2019-06-01

Abstract

In this video, Suna Verhoef discusses the role of social media in broadening networks of support. She discusses the role and importance of networks of social support in promoting mutual supportive relationships that can support visually-impaired individuals in accessing services, socialise, and participate in broader society. She discusses how screen readers and other accessibility software can allow people with visual impairments to participate in the kinds social media platforms popular in South Africa (particularly Whatsapp, Twitter, and Facebook). She discusses how social media is used to access information and promote awareness of the kinds of issues people with visual impairments face, and how schools and community networks can create social media networks and groups that can provide mutual support and information. She mentions several content creators who are produced by or focus on people with visual impairments.