Welcome to UADS Speak Out! Our podcast is dedicated to raising awareness, promoting inclusivity, and advocating for equal rights and opportunities for people with disabilities. Through insightful discussions, personal stories, and inspiring interviews, we strive to create a supportive space for learning, growth, and positive change. Subscribe now to join our movement and connect with a global network committed to embracing diversity and dismantling barriers. Together, let's celebrate the strength, resilience, and beauty of the disability community.
UADS - SpeakOut
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11 episodes
Updated Bi-weekly
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Welcome to UADS Speak Out! Our podcast is dedicated to raising awareness, promoting inclusivity, and advocating for equal rights and opportunities for people with disabilities. Through insightful discussions, personal stories, and inspiring interviews, we strive to create a supportive space for learning, growth, and positive change. Subscribe now to join our movement and connect with a global network committed to embracing diversity and dismantling barriers. Together, let's celebrate the strength, resilience, and beauty of the disability community.
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6/10/2024
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Recent Episodes
June 18, 2026
Student Voice: Finding Answers, Finding Purpose – Graham van Bergen’s Journey
<p>What happens when you spend years experiencing the world in your own unique way, without fully understanding why?</p><p><br></p><p>In this powerful episode of UADS SpeakOUT, we hear from Graham van Bergen, a Master's candidate at Nelson Mandela University, who shares his deeply personal journey of discovering he is autistic during his university years.</p><p><br></p><p>From navigating uncertainty and self-discovery to embracing his identity, Graham opens up about the challenges, breakthroughs, and lessons that shaped his path. He also reflects on the invaluable support of family and friends who stood by him throughout his journey.</p><p><br></p><p>This is more than a conversation about autism—it's a story of resilience, growth, and learning to thrive while gaining a deeper understanding of oneself.</p><p><br></p><p>Tune in for an inspiring discussion that challenges perceptions, celebrates authenticity, and reminds us that sometimes the answers we seek about ourselves can change everything.</p>
December 11, 2025
Changing the Game: Advancing Inclusive Sport for Students with Disabilities at Mandela University
<p>In this episode of UADS SpeakOut, we sit down with the UADS Sports Student Assistant dedicated to promoting inclusive sporting practices across Nelson Mandela University. From adapting sporting codes to ensuring accessible facilities, we unpack the ongoing efforts to create a sporting environment where every student — regardless of disability — can participate, compete, and thrive.</p><p><br></p><p>Our guest shares insights into the support provided to students with disabilities, both on campus and at external competitions, as well as the challenges faced in driving inclusive sport initiatives. We also explore how inclusive sport is reshaping campus culture, breaking stereotypes, and fostering a more accepting and empowering community.</p><p><br></p><p>Join us as we celebrate the progress made, spotlight the road ahead, and highlight why inclusive sport is not just an initiative — it’s a movement changing the game for everyone.</p>
October 27, 2025
Student voice: Breaking Barriers; A Student Leaders Journey towards Inclusion
<p>In this episode, we sit down with Mr. Uyanda Nomatyesi, a passionate student leader and advocate for inclusivity at Nelson Mandela University. What started as a personal awakening has evolved into a powerful movement dedicated to making campus life more accessible, supportive, and inclusive for students with disabilities. Uyanda takes us through his transformative journey—how moments of misunderstanding led to greater awareness, and how awareness inspired meaningful action. His story is a testament to the impact of empathy, leadership, and determination in driving real change. Whether you’re a student, educator, or simply someone passionate about inclusion, this episode offers heartfelt reflections and practical insights on building environments where everyone feels they belong. Tune in to discover how one student leader’s voice is helping to shape a more equitable future—one step, one conversation, and one act of inclusion at a time.</p>
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