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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · 12d

Pretend I posted this when @gaconf.bsky.social went live 😅

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Seattle Indies @seattleindies.bsky.social · 15d

We are live on twitch.tv/seattleindies talking about #GAconf and Games Accessibility with @jayjustice.net @mrsgame.dev @tarav.bsky.social @thewobblygamer.bsky.social

SeattleIndies - Twitch

Seattle Indies is non-profit organization dedicated to fostering a vibrant and inclusive community of independent game developers in the greater Puget Sound area.

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Jay Justice - Open to Work @jayjustice.net · 15d

TODAY! Delighted to be joining a conversation about accessibility in games leading up to this year's GAConf! Join us at www.twitch.tv/SeattleIndies at 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET! @tarav.bsky.social

Seattle Indies x GAConf Hype Hour featuring Derek Gruber, Jay Justice & Tara Voelker
Friday September 26, 2025
12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET
twitch.tv/Seattle Indies
International game developers association
game accessibility special interest group
images of panelists
Derek Gruber - Accessibility Design, Test Engineer
Tara Voelker - GAConf Co-Director, Accessibility Lead
Jay Justice - Narrative Designer, Consultant

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · 20d

I want to make this clear, if I had been paying more attention to the Silent Hill f release date, @gaconf.bsky.social would have been later 😭

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Grant Stoner @supercrip1994.bsky.social · 21d

Are you a disabled player impacted by the recent pricing increases for systems, games, and devices? I'm looking to speak to you for Access Granted!

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · 27d

Please come tell my grandpa for me, I’m a 38 year old woman who can’t stand up to him

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · 27d

Water is free he says!

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · 27d

My grandpa won’t let me order a Dr. Pepper at lunch because it’s a waste of money. I’m dying.

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Tarja Porkka-Kontturi @tarjapk.bsky.social · Sep 1

me too, Cooper, me too

Scene from Twin Peaks where Agent Cooper is in the cafe, sitting on the table and says “I’m tired and little on the edge” to Audrey who’s standing next to him.

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Owlchemy Labs @owlchemylabs.com · Sep 2

Ready to dive into VR worlds made for everyone? We're exploring the "how" and "why" behind our approach to accessibility in our latest Dev Vlog with our own head of accessibility @jc-3d.bsky.social 👉 ow.ly/b3yO50WPW2I

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · Sep 2

🎮 Excited for @GA_Conf ! 2 days on the latest in #GameAccessibility.

🗓️ Sept 29–30
📍 Archer Hotel Redmond (WA) + online
💻 Free to watch on Zoom
🤝 Networking via Discord (free) or in-person ($250)
🎟️ Free tickets for those laid off

#gamedev

Learn more: www.gaconf.com

ATTENDING

www.gaconf.com

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · Aug 6

Have accessibility feedback about Netflix Games?

Well, you can now select games as an option on our Netflix accessibility feedback form!

netflix.jotform.com/203105245680...

Accessibility Feedback Form

Please click the link to complete this form.

netflix.jotform.com

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Alex Kanaris-Sotiriou @kanaratron.bsky.social · Jul 2

Agent Mulder from the X-Files. The caption says 'Believing Intensifies'

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · Jul 2

Zoë is amazing, I do recommend.

Zoë Curnoe @amazoe.bsky.social · Jul 2

Game dev folks laid off & needing support:
I have open time to chat with anyone who needs it, your agenda, my full support.
I also have 2 slots for pro bono coaching clients & a heavily discounted group coaching program for folks who are unemployed or under employed.
Also, a peaceful waterfall.

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Zoë Curnoe @amazoe.bsky.social · Jul 2

My inaugural Group Leadership Coaching program Lumina Labs, is starting soon, (with a second cohort in September) so excited to kick this off.
Let’s chat about how it might help you, what you’re looking for and the discounted rate for un or underemployed folks.

lumina-leadership.com/lumina-labs

Lumina Leadership | Ignite Your Leadership. Unleash Your Brilliance.

Ignite Your Leadership. Unleash Your Brilliance. Executive and leadership coaching with Zoë Curnoe. Transform your leadership potential through personalized coaching sessions, group programs, and prof...

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · Jul 2

Today I again remind folks at that we offer free tickets to @gaconf.bsky.social for folks caught in layoffs and unable to find work

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · Jun 14

I didn’t realize it would be my last E3 segment *ever*

A selfie of Tara labeled “moments before my last segment”

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Can I Play That? @caniplaythat.com · Jun 8

In Brighton at the beginning of July this year (perhaps for Develop:Brighton), and itching to learn more about accessibility? Check out the Game A11y Gathering!

Game A11y Gathering @ga11ygathering.bsky.social · Jun 8

🎉 Tickets are live on Eventbrite 🎉

www.eventbrite.com/e/game-a11y-...

You'll also find an agenda & FAQ, and we're aiming for remote viewing this year via zoom so you can claim a free remote ticket if you won't be in person.

Game A11y Gathering 2025

An independent gaming accessibility micro conference.

www.eventbrite.com

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NWU🎮♿ @nothingwithoutus.bsky.social · Jun 6

✨APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING OPEN✨

We want to send a disabled dev, professional or creator to @developconference.com !

We want to cover travel and accommodation, and you can apply right now:

www.nothingwithoutus.co.uk/travel-funding

Graphic with a grey background and various geometric and gaming icons on the side. There is large text in the centre that reads “Funding Announcement! We want to send a disabled dev or creator to Develop Brighton and it could be you!”

Graphic with a grey background and various geometric and gaming icons on the side. There is large text in the centre that reads “To qualify for funding you must:

Must identify as disabled
Be travelling from within England, Wales or
Scotland
Commit to open and clear communication with staff from NWU
May only be used for travel via train, taxi, Uber, bus or petrol for personal vehicles
Secure your own ticket for
Develop:Conference and provide evidence of claiming your ticket “

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Marijn - ActiveB1t @abitofaccess.com · Jun 6

Mario Kart World without remapping sets the worst accessibility example for launch titles. It tells others that system level remapping is enough — a fix for incomplete games, not a feature for games to rely on.

Games have unique remapping needs, and in-game button prompts must match actual inputs.

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · Jun 2

It’s a good price for sure, but the accessibility isn’t great. The original game wasn’t very accessible, and although they made some improvements, it’s still very close to the original game in terms of low accessibility

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · May 28

When you watch too much Bob’s Burgers and keep calling the CPR dummy “Can’t Breathe-y Stevie”

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · May 28

❤️‍🩹 Now CPR certified by the American Heart Association

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Tara Voelker @tarav.bsky.social · May 15

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SpecialEffect @specialeffect.org.uk · May 15

Ready, set, go! Alan Hartman’s legendary Ford GT is now available to bid on, with proceeds from the sale primarily benefitting SpecialEffect!

We can’t thank Alan, and everyone involved, enough for their support and generosity. #FordGTAuction

More info here: bringatrailer.com/listing/2017...

Image shows a very sleek black car, a 2017 Ford GT, with white decals and the number 2 painted on its side. The car is very shiny against the matt blue background of garage doors and a black road. Text on one of the garage doors says every car has a story.

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