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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Posters: "Data Visualisation for Adults with Language Disability: Accessibilty and Experience" and "We're essentially isolating people by not making visualisation more accessible" #IARC2026 #aphasia #DevLangDis

"We're essentially isolating people by not making visualisation more accessible.
The views of SLTs regarding the use of data visualisation by people with language disabilities"

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

This week, Niamh and Abi have been learning and sharing at the #IARC2026 International Aphasia Rehabilitation Conference in Athens, Greece. Here they are presenting posters about accessibility of #DataVis for people with a language disabilities. Posters in comments. #Aphasia ##DevLangDis

A gas holder converted into a building and shown as a venue for #IARC2026

Niamh and Abi stand smiling by two posters.

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Read our Dara project article "Experiencing Data Visualization With Language Disability" to learn about the critical need for increased awareness of language access needs within the discipline of data visualization : openaccess.city.ac.uk/id/eprint/36... #DataViz #A11y #Aphasia #DevLangDis

Screen shot from article title page.
Theme Article: Inclusive Data Experiences.
Experiencing Data Visualization with Language Disability.
Jo Wood, Niamh Devane, Abi Roper, Nicola Botting, Madeline Cruice, Ulfa Octaviani and Stephanie Wilson.

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

Guest Editors Bongshin Lee, Eun Kyoung Choe, Eun Kyoung Choe and Kim Marriott state "By bringing together urgent needs, innovative technical solutions, and visionary perspectives, this special issue aims to promote equitable access to the power and benefits of data." #DataViz #Aphasia #DevLangDis

Screenshot of article title page Text reads:
Inclusive Data Experiences.
Bongshin Lee, Eun Kyoung Choe, Danielle Albers Szafir and Kim Marriot.
Data increasingly shape key aspects of everyday life, including education, health, and civic engagement. This special issue envisions a shift from traditional notions of accessibility toward a broader concept of inclusive data experiences, encompassing how people encounter, interpret, interact with, and act on data across diverse abilities and contexts. Moving beyond a primary focus on visual representations, it invites expanded attention to how diverse populations experience and engage with data in a wide range of settings. By bringing together urgent needs, innovative technical solutions, and visionary perspectives, this special issue aims to promote equitable access to the power and benefits of data.

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 02/04/2026

We are excited for our work to be a part of the latest issue of IEEE Computer Graphics and Application with the theme "Inclusive Data Experiences". This issue "...envisions a shift from traditional notions of accessibility toward a broader concept of inclusive data experiences..." #DataViz #A11y

Cover page for IEEE Computer Graphics and Applications Journal. Volume 46, Number 2. March/April 2026. Inclusive Data Experiences. Cover image shows a person stood facing away from the camera towards a vast geometric building.

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 18/11/2025

The Dara project looks at: Data Visualization Experiences of People with Language Disability We have explored #DataViz with people who have #aphasia or #DevLangDis. Download our poster to find out more: city.figshare.com/ndownloader/...

Screen grab of scientific poster available via download link in post. Poster is entitled "Data Visualization Experiences of People with Language Disability"

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

Stroke is the leading cause of aphasia. This #WorldStrokeDay we are raising awareness of #aphasia by talking about our research. The @DaraProjectCity.bsky.social looks at everyday information - like maps, pie charts, and physical data to see how easy-to-use people with #aphasia or #DLD find it.

A map of a street system showing roads, a park and two landmarks: "Botanic Gardens" and "Dara Bridge"

A Pie chart labelled "Popularity of ice-cream flavours at a seaside town". Flavours shown include chocolate, vanilla, strawberry and rum & raisin.

A photograph of four chunky knit scarves - each showing different sized blocks of colour.

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

We are raising awareness of aphasia by: 4. Sharing our research. The Dara project explores the accessibility of data visualization. Download our poster below to find out more. city.figshare.com/ndownloader/... #aphasia #DevLangDis @sayaphasia.bsky.social @thestrokeassoc.bsky.social

Screen grab of scientific poster available via download link in post. Poster is entitled "Exploring the accessibility of data visualization for adults with language disability"

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 20/10/2025

We are raising awareness of #aphasia by: 1. Talking about our research. The Dara project looks at everyday information - like maps, pie charts, and physical data to see how easy-to-use people with #aphasia or #DLD find it. #DevLangDis @sayaphasia.bsky.social @thestrokeassoc.bsky.social

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 19/10/2025

Hot on the heels of #DLDday, Monday is the first international aphasia awareness day. Why not join in?: - Find information about aphasia via the hashtag #aphasia. - Watch our account for updates from the Dara project. - Follow @sayaphasia.bsky.social - Visit www.aphasia-international.com

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

We are raising awareness of Developmental Language Disorder by: 3. Sharing our research. The Dara project explores the accessibility of data visualization. Download our poster below to find out more. #DevLangDis #DLDday @radld.bsky.social city.figshare.com/ndownloader/...

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 17/10/2025

We are raising awareness of Developmental Language Disorder by: 2. Talking about our research. The Dara project looks at everyday information - like maps, pie charts, and physical data to see how easy-to-use people with #DLD or #aphasia find it. #DevLangDis #DLDday @radld.bsky.social

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 15/10/2025

Friday is Developmental Language Disorder (DLD) awareness day. Why not join in? Here's how: - You will find lots of information about DLD via the hashtag #DLDday. - Watch our account for updates from the Dara project. - Follow @radld.bsky.social and @wordaware.bsky.social - Visit radld.org

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 08/01/2024

The dara project is looking for adults (>18yrs) with #aphasia or developmental language disorder #DLD to take part research. We are exploring how people with communication needs use visual information. If you'd like to take part, we'd love to hear from you!

Information sheet requesting research participation for Project dara. It says:

"The Dara project 'Exploring Information' is looking for adults with Aphasia or Developmental Language Disorder' to explore visualisations." It goes on to explain "About the research" (data visualization for everyday decision making); "What will happen" (language assessment and diary exercise); and "Why this research is important" (existing research in data visualization doesn't consider language needs).

If you are interested please contact Niamh.devane.2@city.ac.uk for more information.

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Dara DataVis @daraprojectcity.bsky.social · 29/10/2023

Today is #WorldStrokeDay. Our new EPSRC-funded Dara project is investigating and creating inclusive data visualization to support personal decision-making for people with communication impairments, including those with aphasia after stroke. www.city.ac.uk/news-and-eve...

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