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Consulting and mentoring
I work with developers, students, families, educators, academic departments, and graduates on questions that connect with my own experience: making technology accessible, studying STEM as a blind person, and moving from a STEM academic background into industry.
App accessibility consulting
Do you have an idea that could help blind and low-vision users, but you are unsure whether it would work in practice? Are you developing a product for the general population and care about accessibility, but need help knowing where to start?
I help developers identify barriers that blind users encounter and consider practical improvements to their applications and products. My perspective combines experience as a blind user of accessibility tools with my work developing accessible applications.
Whether you are exploring an idea or improving an existing product, let us work together to understand what users need and how your product could meet those needs.
STEM and accessibility mentoring
Do you enjoy mathematics, physics, or programming, but wonder whether a STEM career is possible or right for you? Are you the parent of a blind child and looking for ways to support their interests, choose useful tools, or explore future opportunities?
I draw on my experience of studying physics and completing a doctorate in computational astrophysics to help students and families explore these questions.
Mentoring can focus on preparing for STEM studies, developing an accessible study workflow, learning accessibility tools, or discussing educational and career possibilities. You may have a specific challenge in mind or simply want another perspective.
Let us connect and explore how I can help.
Accessibility in education
I am also happy to talk with universities, academic departments, lecturers, and teachers about improving accessibility for blind and visually impaired students. Drawing on my experience of studying and researching physics, I can help explore practical approaches to teaching materials, equations and diagrams, laboratory activities, and accessibility tools.
Whether you are preparing to welcome a blind student or looking to improve existing practices, I would be glad to discuss the challenges you face and possible ways forward.
Career mentoring for physics and mathematics graduates
Are you a physics or mathematics graduate looking for a role in finance or data science? I have made that transition myself and understand the challenges that can come with it.
Finding your place in industry involves identifying where your skills fit and explaining their value to employers. As AI changes the tools used in recruitment and job searching, it can also be difficult to decide how to approach the process.
We can explore suitable roles, work on your CV, identify useful projects to strengthen your applications, and develop a job-search strategy around your interests and experience.
This mentoring is open to sighted and blind graduates considering quantitative roles in finance or data science careers in the corporate world.
Starting a conversation
Book a free 15-minute call with me to discuss your needs. Fees depend on the type and scope of the work involved. During our introductory call, we’ll explore our potential collaboration, and I’ll explain the fees clearly so you know what to expect before deciding to work together.
I prefer an introductory call so we can get to know each other, but you are equally welcome to contact me by email at [email protected] if writing works better for you.
Calls take place on Google Meet. Your confirmation includes the meeting link.