Inclusive Technology and Universal Design with Dr. Aoife McNicholl

In this episode of Software Made Human, host Garrett Sheridan chats with Dr. Aoife McNicholl, assistant professor of psychology at Dublin City University. Drawing from both academic research and lived experience, Aoife explores how assistive technology shapes identity, supports independence, and impacts access to education.They dive into voice-activated tools, universal design, the stigma around assistive tech, and how small mindset shifts can create more inclusive software and systems. From higher education to independent living, this episode is packed with insights for developers, designers, educators, and anyone interested in the human side of technology.Key themes: disability identity, co-design, universal design, inclusive education, tech for empowerment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.