AccessTalks is a series of seminars organised by postdoctoral and predoctoral members of the TransMedia Catalonia research group. These online events bring together experts to discuss cutting-edge topics in media accessibility, fostering dialogue and knowledge exchange in the field.

AccessTalks takes place online via Zoom, making it accessible to participants worldwide. The seminars are held four times a year, each lasting between 1 and 1.5 hours, ensuring engaging and focused discussions on the latest accessibility research and trends.

What to Expect? Each session features leading researchers and professionals exploring the latest developments in media accessibility. Topics range from inclusive design to policy-making and user-centered research.

Who Can Join? AccessTalks is open to all (researchers, industry professionals, students, and anyone interested in accessibility and inclusion in media). Participation is free, but registration is required.

Upcoming Seminars

Seminar 3. “Language accessibility in healthcare”

Join us to gain insights into current research, lived experiences, and innovative practices that seek to reduce barriers and ensure healthcare systems that are fair and inclusive for all.

  • When? Friday, 13th of February 2026, 12:00 – 13:00 CET
  • Where? Teams meeting (online)
  • Who? Open to all

AGENDA

  • 12:00-12:05: Welcome and introduction, by Aida Villaécija
  • 12:05-12:25: Language accessibility in healthcare: Bridging barriers to inclusive care – multilingual and sensory-accessible communication in healthcare, by Amy Dara Hochberg
  • 12:25-12:45: From complexity to clarity: Terminology-based strategies for plain and patient-centered health communication, by Laia Vidal
  • 12:45-13:00: Q & A.

This seminar is part of the activities of the AccessCat Network (2025XARDI0001) and is supported by the Department of Research and Universities of the Government of Catalonia (2021SGR00077).

Register now: Language accessibility in healthcare Tickets, Fri 13 Feb 2026 at 12:00 | Eventbrite

This event will be held in English.

Past Seminars

Seminar 2. “Democratic Access to Information: exploring challenges and opportunities“

Access to reliable information is essential for all citizens to fully participate in society and decision-making. Yet, misinformation, information overload, and inaccessible platforms make finding understandable content increasingly challenging. Explore barriers and opportunities in access to information and how institutions and the media can contribute. Join us in this essential conversation!

  • When? Wednesday, November 12. 16:30 – 17:30 CET
  • Where? Zoom meeting (online)
  • Who? Open to all

AGENDA

  • 16:30 – 16:40: Welcome and Introduction, by Mario Cuitavi [pdf]
  • 16:40 – 16:55:  Easy-to-understand language at RTV Slovenija and beyond: Rethinking access to information, by Andrej Tomažin (RTV Slovenia) [pdf]
  • 16:55 – 17:10: Audiovisual Translation at the European Parliament:  When language meets accessibility, by Patricia Peinado Serrano (European Parliament) [pdf]
  • 17:10 – 17:30: Q & A. 

The event will be held in English

This seminar was part of the activities of the ENACT project and AccessCat Network, and is supported by the Department of Research and Universities of the Government of Catalonia (2021XARDI00007).

Seminar 1. “AI and Accessibility: navigating the challenges, exploring the potential”

Explore how AI shapes digital accessibility—its challenges, risks, and potential to break barriers. Join us for this critical discussion!

  • When? Thursday, May 15. 13:00 – 14:30 CEST
  • Where? Zoom meeting (online)
  • Who? Open to all

AGENDA

  • 13:00 – 13:10: Welcome and Introduction, by Chiara Gunella [pdf]
  • 13:10 – 13:25: AI and facial recognition: biases and areas for improvement, by Zenon Lambrou [pdf]
  • 13:25 – 13:40: AI for easy language: can AI simplify information?, by Horacio Saggion [pdf]
  • 13:40 – 13:55: The impact of Artificial Intelligence on persons with disabilities, by Kave Noori [pdf]
  • 13:55 – 14:20: Mapping the landscape: language technologies and AI today, by Eleni Kamateri, Manuel Herranz and Pilar Orero [pdf]
  • 14:20 – 14:30: Q & A

This seminar is part of Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2025 and the Be A(I)ware campaign, organised by the ALFIE project. For more details, please visit the following website: https://webs.uab.cat/transmedia/gaad-2025/

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AccessTalks is an initiative led by TransMedia Catalonia, a research group at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, dedicated to advancing accessibility in media and communication.

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