Flipping the Script

Small uncrewed aircraft, or as most people know them - drones - have potential to be used in a number of valuable ways, from saving lives to delivering parcels. But complex regulations are currently standing in the way of their wider use. This talk will explore some of the many ways drones could be use to make our lives better, the legal hurdles they face and what is being done to overcome them.

The experience of giving birth is different for everybody. Those giving birth should be getting high quality information about their pregnancy to empower them to make personalised choices during both pregnancy and birth. This talk will explore how the NHS can make this a reality and the tools that are being developed to support a positive birth experience for everyone.

We often think about autism in terms of what’s “wrong” or needs to be “fixed” - this is known as the medical model of disability. But there’s another way to look at it. The social model sees autism as a natural difference, and it’s society that needs to change to be more inclusive. This talk explores why moving from a medical to a social model of autism is so important, and how greater understanding and acceptance can make a real difference.