Join hosts Jonah Andersson and Tsedey Terefe on the Extend Women in Tech podcast as they discussed and shared perspectives into the inspiring world of web accessibility with Josefine Schaefer, an Accessibility Engineer at Storyblok.

She is also a Google Developer Expert for Web, an ambassador for Women Tech Makers and GirlCode. She cares deeply about DE&I in the tech industry and beyond and is passionate about all things frontend, inclusive communities and web accessibility. She is also an aerial acrobat, dance teacher and cat mom. She is based in Hamburg, Germany, and travels the world talking about Web Accessibility.

Discover Josefine’s unique journey into tech, her passion for inclusive design, and the transformative impact of the European Accessibility Act (EAA). Explore practical strategies for developers to make their projects more accessible, overcome challenges like compliance, and leverage tools for testing accessibility.

From addressing misconceptions to building a culture of collaboration in tech, this episode is packed with insights to help you create meaningful, inclusive products. Plus, hear Josefine’s advice on public speaking, tackling imposter syndrome, and fostering a community of accessibility advocates. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on driving change and improving digital experiences for everyone using her expertise and experience on accessibility for the web.

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Join us in this first episode of the year 2025 at Extend Women in Tech Podcast! 🎉

In this episode, we had a good chat and interviewed Yuliia Povstiana, a Product Designer at Qred AB. She shared her inspiring journey in IT from Ukraine to Sweden, and her career journey into her transition into UX design.

She shares the challenges encountered while job hunting in a new country and reflects on her rewarding experiences in the UX design. In addition to her personal story, Yuliia emphasizes the critical role of accessibility, testing, best-practices, and collaboration with teams and within UX design teams. She provides insightful advice to aspiring UI/UX designers, making this episode a must-listen for anyone interested in the field in IT. Listen to this casual and inspiring conversation that highlights the resilience, creativity, and dedication involved in the ever-evolving world of UX design.

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In this episode of the Extend Women in Tech podcast, our guest speaker Anna Fatima Sambou, originally from The Gambia and now based in Finland, shares her remarkable journey as a tech entrepreneur. Driven by her diverse international experiences, Anna founded MunKamu, a company focused on enriching the lives of senior citizens through innovative mobile applications.

Anna's dedication to social impact and her role as a global Judge at the Nordic Women in Tech Awards highlight her commitment to fostering innovation in the tech community.

Interviewed by podcast hosts Jonah Andersson and Tsedey Terefe, Anna discusses the challenges she faced, her advice for aspiring technologists, and her motivation to create a lasting legacy for her daughter and future generations.

Tune in and listen to this episode to gain insights into Anna's inspiring story and the transformative power of tech and community.

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