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Part 2: A Fireside Chat with Snowball Community Founder Simon Sansome | Webinar Recording

Explore the key issues of accessibility and inclusion faced by the estimated 1.3 billion people with disabilities worldwide. This past webinar, hosted by Julia Charlton, highlighted innovative solutions like the Snowball Community app.

Key Highlights

  • Disability Statistics: 16% of the global population and 24% of the UK face accessibility challenges, impacting transport and health.
  • Snowball Community App: Developed by Simon Sansome, allowing users to rate venue accessibility. Simon was named one of the top ten most influential disabled people in the UK in 2023.
  • Success and Growth: The app is nearing 100,000 venue reviews. Demand has led to hiring 45 part-time consultants and plans for 10 full-time staff.
  • User Impact: Reviews highlight both positive experiences and areas needing improvement.
  • Innovation with AI: Snowball is integrating AI to enhance recommendations and accessibility data for venues.
  • Future Vision: Simon aims to make Snowball one of the most downloaded apps in the UK while advocating for an inclusive society.