Lauren Hayes laughing, seated at a wooden table with arms folded

About me

I'm an accessibility consultant with experience across digital and arts sectors, and a background in not-for-profit, disability, and community spaces. I bring a practical, collaborative approach to every project, whether that's a website audit, access consulting for a theatre production, or a workshop for a team wanting to grow in their accessibility knowledge.

Based in Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington with strong ties to Australia, I work with clients on both sides of the Tasman and beyond. The majority of my work is conducted remotely, so I'm happy to work with you wherever you are.

I work with a wide range of organisations, from large institutions to small independents. Many clients come to me unsure of exactly what they need, and part of what I do is help them figure that out. Not every organisation requires a full accessibility audit; sometimes a conversation or a targeted piece of advice is the right starting point. I meet clients where they are on their accessibility journey and tailor my approach accordingly.

Key skills

  • Digital accessibility audits
  • Digital accessibility training
  • Workshop facilitation
  • Arts accessibility consulting
  • Audio description consulting
  • Accessibility education and advocacy