Texthelp Joins the Valuable 500: A New Chapter in Disability Inclusion and Accessibility
ANTRIM, UK - July 29, 2024 - We’re thrilled to announce our membership in the Valuable 500, a global collective of industry leaders committed to transforming disability inclusion in the workplace. This recognition highlights our ongoing dedication to creating a future where everyone can understand and be understood through the power of inclusive technology.
At Texthelp, we aim to help the literacy and learning of 1 billion people by 2030. Our tools, such as Read&Write, empower individuals from education to the workplace by enabling everyone to work to their strengths - enhancing accessibility, improving productivity, and fostering inclusive environments. This mission aligns seamlessly with the Valuable 500's goal of transforming workplaces to ensure equality and inclusion for the 1.3 billion people living with disabilities worldwide.
Texthelp on The Valuable Directory
As a new member of the Valuable 500, Texthelp will be listed on the Valuable Directory, an innovative resource that connects businesses with disability inclusion experts. This directory offers expertise in digital, physical and cognitive accessibility, as well as tools for inclusive recruitment and branding practices. It provides Valuable 500 companies with direct access to our services, allowing us to support their commitment to advancing disability inclusion.
Our inclusion in the Valuable Directory signifies our commitment to ending disability exclusion and opening opportunities where everyone can work to their full potential. We look forward to collaborating with other Valuable 500 partners and companies to drive systemic change.
As a Valuable 500 member, Texthelp do not only provide inclusive technology but also advocate for disability and neurodiversity inclusion through educational events and resources. During our recent Festival of Workplace Inclusion, Caroline Casey, Founder of the Valuable 500, shared insights in her keynote session, "Raising the Bar for Workplace Inclusion: Setting Attainable Goals." Her discussion explored practical strategies and goals for advancing workplace inclusion, reflecting our collective commitment to making a difference. Watch the session here.
Continued Collaboration for Inclusion
Texthelp works alongside the Valuable 500 to champion and advocate for disability inclusion, creating more inclusive workplaces. Our ongoing collaboration reinforces our shared vision of a more inclusive world.
Martin McKay, CEO & Founder of Texthelp, says: "Joining the Valuable 500 is a significant milestone for Texthelp. It reaffirms our commitment to creating a future where everyone can understand and be understood. We are excited to continue our journey in promoting disability inclusion and accessibility."
Cathy Donnelly, Chief People Officer at Texthelp, added: "Our membership in the Valuable 500 highlights our dedication to creating inclusive workplaces. We believe that by working together with other industry leaders, we can drive meaningful change and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to thrive."
Looking to the Future
This announcement comes on the heels of our recent merger with n2y, a trailblazer in special education curriculum resources. Together, Texthelp and n2y will serve learners with diverse needs and employees in the workplace across the entire neurodiverse spectrum. This merger enhances our ability to provide comprehensive support and resources, reinforcing our shared vision of a more inclusive world. At Texthelp, we believe that inclusive technology is a powerful catalyst for change, and we look forward to contributing to a future where disability inclusion is a standard, not an exception.
About Texthelp
Founded in 1996, the Texthelp Group is a global technology company helping people all over the world to understand and to be understood. It has led the way in creating innovative technology for the education and the workplace sectors for the last three decades.
Texthelp believes in a world where difference, disability or language are no longer barriers. It is focused on helping all people learn, understand and communicate through the use of digital education and accessibility tools.
With over 250 million users worldwide, the Texthelp suite of products includes Read&Write, ReachDeck®, Equatio® and OrbitNote®, which work alongside existing platforms such as Microsoft Office and G-suite, enabling them to be integrated quickly into any classroom or workplace with ease.
In 2021, Texthelp acquired the Lingit Group, Wizkids and Don Johnston Inc. By combining capabilities and knowledge across the group, Texthelp can now provide a whole suite of literacy and numeracy support to more people across the globe.
For more information about Texthelp, please visit www.texthelp.com
For further information on behalf of Texthelp:
Shauna Hanna
Head of Digital Content, Texthelp