Digital exclusion - partnering with communities to overcome barriers

29 Oct 2026
Patients in focus , Building better health , Women in healthcare
As digital tools become increasingly central to healthcare delivery, there is a growing risk that some patients and communities are left further behind. This session will explore practical and innovative approaches to co-designing inclusive digital services, with real-world examples of organisations partnering with communities to improve access, build confidence and address barriers to adoption
Chairperson
Linda Vernon
Linda Vernon, Head of Digital Empowerment - North West UK, NHS
Speakers
Max Marulli de Barletta
Max Marulli de Barletta, Inclusive Design Lead - NHS England
Matilda Carter
Matilda Carter, Lecturer in Applied Ethics - University of Leeds