To celebrate International Day of Disabled Persons, MySight York, the city’s expert sight loss charity, is partnering with Living 4 Moments to deliver a dynamic Inclusion Taster Workshop that explores what true inclusion looks like and why it benefits everyone.

The interactive session will highlight how improving accessibility and awareness can transform customer experiences, strengthen community connections, and boost business success. Participants will gain a practical understanding of the “Purple Pound” (the collective spending power of disabled people) and learn how inclusive practices can positively impact York’s local economy.

MySight York, as York’s trusted organisation supporting people living with sight loss, will share valuable insights into the barriers faced by those with visual impairment, along with simple, effective ways to make services and environments more accessible.

Living 4 Moments, founded by inclusion specialist Rachel Barber, helps organisations and communities build confidence in accessibility and communication. Drawing on lived experience of hearing loss and professional expertise in different settings, Rachel uses training and storytelling to inspire practical change and connection through inclusion.

Together, the MySight York and Living 4 Moments teams will draw on lived experiences of both sight and hearing loss to demonstrate how small adjustments can make a big difference.

Attendees will take part in short, practical tasters including:
Accessible Social Media – How to communicate online in ways that include and engage everyone.
Sighted Guiding – Learn confident, respectful techniques for supporting someone with sight loss.
Lipreading and Disability Awareness – Explore clear, inclusive face-to-face communication strategies.

Vicky Colombi, Special Projects Lead at MySight York
As York’s specialist sight loss organisation, we’re passionate about working collaboratively to help businesses and communities understand that accessibility benefits everyone. This event is about sharing practical knowledge, building confidence, and celebrating the positive impact of inclusion across our city.
Rachel Barber, founder of Living 4 Moments, added:
“Inclusion isn’t just about compliance; it’s about compassion, connection, and common sense. By combining our expertise and lived experiences, this partnership shows what’s possible when organisations work together to make York an inclusive city.”

The Inclusion Taster Workshop promises to be an empowering and practical session for local businesses, professionals, and community groups who want to make York a city that welcomes everyone. Full workshops will follow this introductory session.


Date: 2 December 2025
Venue: York St John University
Time: 14:45-16:15
Free to attend – voluntary donations of £5–£10 are warmly welcomed to help support future inclusion workshops. Attendance is not dependent on making a donation.
Booking required: [Eventbrite]