Jasmin Taylor
@meshedlight.bsky.social
Deaf. NZSL (second language). Cis/she/her. Pākehā. Advocate for accessibility & inclusion. Trans rights are human rights. Aotearoa
Toitū Te Tiriti. Land back. Free Palestine. Free Sudan. Free Congo. Free Kanaky...
Formally kiwi_curly on Twitter
Toitū Te Tiriti. Land back. Free Palestine. Free Sudan. Free Congo. Free Kanaky...
Formally kiwi_curly on Twitter
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Jasmin Taylor
@meshedlight.bsky.social
· Nov 14
Tēnā koutou katoa,
Now that Bluesky has video, thought I'd do quick introduction in New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) for fellow Deaf folk.
My name is Jasmin, I'm Deaf, live here in Aotearoa NZ.
I grew up mainstreamed, oral, NZSL is my second language.
(Video description in alt & reply)
Now that Bluesky has video, thought I'd do quick introduction in New Zealand Sign Language (NZSL) for fellow Deaf folk.
My name is Jasmin, I'm Deaf, live here in Aotearoa NZ.
I grew up mainstreamed, oral, NZSL is my second language.
(Video description in alt & reply)
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Drop Site’s Jeremy Scahill (@jeremyscahill.com) warned this pattern has repeated throughout the talks: whenever Washington edges toward a workable position, Israel’s extremist agenda reasserts itself, & the US retreats—ultimately aligning w/ Israeli demands and casting Palestinians as unreasonable.
December 29, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Drop Site’s Jeremy Scahill (@jeremyscahill.com) warned this pattern has repeated throughout the talks: whenever Washington edges toward a workable position, Israel’s extremist agenda reasserts itself, & the US retreats—ultimately aligning w/ Israeli demands and casting Palestinians as unreasonable.
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed
17,000 children dead*
(image: placard with above handpainted)
*that was painted December 2024, current casualty figures from Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza record AT LEAST 20,179 children confirmed killed by Israel (since Oct 2023) as at Dec 11, 2025
17,000 children dead*
(image: placard with above handpainted)
*that was painted December 2024, current casualty figures from Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza record AT LEAST 20,179 children confirmed killed by Israel (since Oct 2023) as at Dec 11, 2025
December 29, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Away in a manger, no crib for a bed
17,000 children dead*
(image: placard with above handpainted)
*that was painted December 2024, current casualty figures from Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza record AT LEAST 20,179 children confirmed killed by Israel (since Oct 2023) as at Dec 11, 2025
17,000 children dead*
(image: placard with above handpainted)
*that was painted December 2024, current casualty figures from Palestinian Ministry of Health in Gaza record AT LEAST 20,179 children confirmed killed by Israel (since Oct 2023) as at Dec 11, 2025
Hark! the herald angels sing
We're all for a free Palestine
(image: placard with above handpainted)
We're all for a free Palestine
(image: placard with above handpainted)
December 29, 2025 at 9:16 PM
Hark! the herald angels sing
We're all for a free Palestine
(image: placard with above handpainted)
We're all for a free Palestine
(image: placard with above handpainted)
Star of wonder, star of night
Israel's bombs set people alight
(image: placard with above handpainted on)
Israel's bombs set people alight
(image: placard with above handpainted on)
December 29, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Star of wonder, star of night
Israel's bombs set people alight
(image: placard with above handpainted on)
Israel's bombs set people alight
(image: placard with above handpainted on)
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Thread explaining what's going on with videos and alt text and animated gifs and descriptive transcripts on Bluesky, including examples of best practice.
The situation with animated GIFs and alt text is complicated on this website.
Let's start with the most basic thing to know:
the best practice approach to animated GIFs is the same as for other images (files ending in .gif, .jpg, .png, .bmp, .tiff, etc., but—importantly—not video files).
Let's start with the most basic thing to know:
the best practice approach to animated GIFs is the same as for other images (files ending in .gif, .jpg, .png, .bmp, .tiff, etc., but—importantly—not video files).
Alt text prompt Qs:
What would someone who can't see the image need to know about it in order to take part in the conversation? What is it about this image that made you choose it? What are the important details someone who could see the image would take away from it?
(Not for images of text.)
What would someone who can't see the image need to know about it in order to take part in the conversation? What is it about this image that made you choose it? What are the important details someone who could see the image would take away from it?
(Not for images of text.)
December 28, 2025 at 8:21 PM
Thread explaining what's going on with videos and alt text and animated gifs and descriptive transcripts on Bluesky, including examples of best practice.
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My son Muhammad shares a heartfelt message to all our supporters… From the heart of Gaza, his words carry the pain, the hope, and the strength of a child who lost everything but still dreams.
Thank you for standing with us 🙏 tinyurl.com/FarhatFamily...
Thank you for standing with us 🙏 tinyurl.com/FarhatFamily...
December 28, 2025 at 10:41 PM
My son Muhammad shares a heartfelt message to all our supporters… From the heart of Gaza, his words carry the pain, the hope, and the strength of a child who lost everything but still dreams.
Thank you for standing with us 🙏 tinyurl.com/FarhatFamily...
Thank you for standing with us 🙏 tinyurl.com/FarhatFamily...
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I want to do something positive to end what’s been a shit year. Change up the vibe etc.
*lucky dip artwork*
For $25 incl p&p I’ll send you a piece of art, many matted, no bigger than A4. Mixed media, mainly semi abstract landscape, signed. NZ only.
DM me to order.
Reposts appreciated.
*lucky dip artwork*
For $25 incl p&p I’ll send you a piece of art, many matted, no bigger than A4. Mixed media, mainly semi abstract landscape, signed. NZ only.
DM me to order.
Reposts appreciated.
December 28, 2025 at 8:28 AM
I want to do something positive to end what’s been a shit year. Change up the vibe etc.
*lucky dip artwork*
For $25 incl p&p I’ll send you a piece of art, many matted, no bigger than A4. Mixed media, mainly semi abstract landscape, signed. NZ only.
DM me to order.
Reposts appreciated.
*lucky dip artwork*
For $25 incl p&p I’ll send you a piece of art, many matted, no bigger than A4. Mixed media, mainly semi abstract landscape, signed. NZ only.
DM me to order.
Reposts appreciated.
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One year after Israeli occupation forces abducted Dr. Hussam Idris Abu Safiya, director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, his son has renewed calls for his immediate release, describing the detention as a grave injustice amid the collapse of Gaza’s health system.
December 28, 2025 at 1:09 AM
One year after Israeli occupation forces abducted Dr. Hussam Idris Abu Safiya, director of Kamal Adwan Hospital in northern Gaza, his son has renewed calls for his immediate release, describing the detention as a grave injustice amid the collapse of Gaza’s health system.
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Thanks to @patrickreynolds.bsky.social for quote posting this, was absolutely fascinating, and while I knew some of it thanks to @electrifythis.bsky.social, going into the deep dive is just nerdy energy-transition goodness.
This convinces me even more so that here in NZ we need policy, regulatory …
This convinces me even more so that here in NZ we need policy, regulatory …
Today on Volts: you've probably heard that Australia has cheap rooftop solar power. You've probably also heard some rumors & myths about it. (Is it destabilizing the grid?) I called my favorite Australian energy expert to clear it all up. This is a fun one!
www.volts.wtf/p/whats-the-...
www.volts.wtf/p/whats-the-...
What's the real story with Australian rooftop solar?
Saul Griffith joins me to debunk the myths surrounding Australia's massive influx of solar energy.
www.volts.wtf
December 27, 2025 at 8:57 PM
Thanks to @patrickreynolds.bsky.social for quote posting this, was absolutely fascinating, and while I knew some of it thanks to @electrifythis.bsky.social, going into the deep dive is just nerdy energy-transition goodness.
This convinces me even more so that here in NZ we need policy, regulatory …
This convinces me even more so that here in NZ we need policy, regulatory …
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Remote work/education is one of the biggest disability accommodations we’ve had and yet people dunk on it as “ruining socialisation”.
Because enduring micro aggressions, not being able to go to the bathroom when you want and 💯 attendance awards are all super helpful for child development etc.
Because enduring micro aggressions, not being able to go to the bathroom when you want and 💯 attendance awards are all super helpful for child development etc.
December 27, 2025 at 6:38 AM
Remote work/education is one of the biggest disability accommodations we’ve had and yet people dunk on it as “ruining socialisation”.
Because enduring micro aggressions, not being able to go to the bathroom when you want and 💯 attendance awards are all super helpful for child development etc.
Because enduring micro aggressions, not being able to go to the bathroom when you want and 💯 attendance awards are all super helpful for child development etc.
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my latest piece for @techpolicypress.bsky.social focuses on how #surveillance tech can chill the first amendment-protected rights of disabled people to engage in protest.
protest is a vital check on authoritarianism, and everyone should be able to access it.
www.techpolicy.press/surveillance...
protest is a vital check on authoritarianism, and everyone should be able to access it.
www.techpolicy.press/surveillance...
Surveillance Tech Heightens Chilling Effects for Disabled Protestors | TechPolicy.Press
AI surveillance, mask bans, and biometrics threaten disabled people’s ability to exercise their right to assemble peaceably, argues Ariana Aboulafia.
www.techpolicy.press
December 16, 2025 at 3:29 PM
my latest piece for @techpolicypress.bsky.social focuses on how #surveillance tech can chill the first amendment-protected rights of disabled people to engage in protest.
protest is a vital check on authoritarianism, and everyone should be able to access it.
www.techpolicy.press/surveillance...
protest is a vital check on authoritarianism, and everyone should be able to access it.
www.techpolicy.press/surveillance...
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Agree
I worked in a school for children with profound disabilities and had to counter argue weekly with non disabled people who said “chat gpt is a disability aid, it helps students to write”. No, it does not, and in fact it steals work from other disabled creators- it isn’t safe or an aid.
I worked in a school for children with profound disabilities and had to counter argue weekly with non disabled people who said “chat gpt is a disability aid, it helps students to write”. No, it does not, and in fact it steals work from other disabled creators- it isn’t safe or an aid.
Stories about Meta's glasses "helping" blind people infuriate me. Ah yes. Because the greatest indignity is having to ask people for help. Never mind that relying on such technology 1. Absolves society from ever making any serious efforts to re-examine its values and practices
December 27, 2025 at 6:21 AM
Agree
I worked in a school for children with profound disabilities and had to counter argue weekly with non disabled people who said “chat gpt is a disability aid, it helps students to write”. No, it does not, and in fact it steals work from other disabled creators- it isn’t safe or an aid.
I worked in a school for children with profound disabilities and had to counter argue weekly with non disabled people who said “chat gpt is a disability aid, it helps students to write”. No, it does not, and in fact it steals work from other disabled creators- it isn’t safe or an aid.
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For my followers/non followers wanting to improve health/ nutrition/fitness/well-being in 2026, I'm doing a *FREE Q&A* until January 1st.
*non-medical q's only please.
I want to help as many of you as I can.
#fitnesstrainer #nutritioncoach
Qualifications listed below⬇️⬇️
PLEASE REPOST ❤️
*non-medical q's only please.
I want to help as many of you as I can.
#fitnesstrainer #nutritioncoach
Qualifications listed below⬇️⬇️
PLEASE REPOST ❤️
December 27, 2025 at 12:27 AM
For my followers/non followers wanting to improve health/ nutrition/fitness/well-being in 2026, I'm doing a *FREE Q&A* until January 1st.
*non-medical q's only please.
I want to help as many of you as I can.
#fitnesstrainer #nutritioncoach
Qualifications listed below⬇️⬇️
PLEASE REPOST ❤️
*non-medical q's only please.
I want to help as many of you as I can.
#fitnesstrainer #nutritioncoach
Qualifications listed below⬇️⬇️
PLEASE REPOST ❤️
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The South Asian Anarchist Library was started as a means of propagating anarchist thought to the countries of South Asia and bringing about an anarchist revolution in our subcontinent. sa.theanarchistlibrary.org/special/index
South Asian Anarchist Library | South Asian Anarchist Library
South Asian Anarchist Library
sa.theanarchistlibrary.org
December 26, 2025 at 7:21 AM
The South Asian Anarchist Library was started as a means of propagating anarchist thought to the countries of South Asia and bringing about an anarchist revolution in our subcontinent. sa.theanarchistlibrary.org/special/index
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December 26, 2025 at 9:11 AM
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My latest article addresses this point comprehensively.
December 26, 2025 at 9:09 AM
My latest article addresses this point comprehensively.
Palestine on my mind these holidays
Here's hoping 2026 is the year Aotearoa government uphold our obligations to Geneva Convention
image: photo of Palestinian flag flying beside a banner "stop genocide denial". Tall grass in the foreground and pine trees in the background
Here's hoping 2026 is the year Aotearoa government uphold our obligations to Geneva Convention
image: photo of Palestinian flag flying beside a banner "stop genocide denial". Tall grass in the foreground and pine trees in the background
December 26, 2025 at 4:49 AM
Palestine on my mind these holidays
Here's hoping 2026 is the year Aotearoa government uphold our obligations to Geneva Convention
image: photo of Palestinian flag flying beside a banner "stop genocide denial". Tall grass in the foreground and pine trees in the background
Here's hoping 2026 is the year Aotearoa government uphold our obligations to Geneva Convention
image: photo of Palestinian flag flying beside a banner "stop genocide denial". Tall grass in the foreground and pine trees in the background
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Asians Supporting Tino Rangatiratanga on Brian Tamaki's violence against the Sikh community: "The Destiny Church/“True Patriot” display of anti-Indian racism targeting the Sikh community is reprehensible and only serves white supremacy." Via Facebook www.facebook.com/Asians4Tino/... #nzpol
December 26, 2025 at 2:10 AM
Asians Supporting Tino Rangatiratanga on Brian Tamaki's violence against the Sikh community: "The Destiny Church/“True Patriot” display of anti-Indian racism targeting the Sikh community is reprehensible and only serves white supremacy." Via Facebook www.facebook.com/Asians4Tino/... #nzpol
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This cause is close to my heart - please sign: our.actionstation.org.nz/petitions/a-...
A Call for Safe Air and Masking in Healthcare Settings
We, the general public, and the undersigned clinicians, scientists, and health professionals, call for the urgent reinstatement of basic airborne-infection-control measures—clean indoor air and approp...
our.actionstation.org.nz
December 25, 2025 at 6:06 PM
This cause is close to my heart - please sign: our.actionstation.org.nz/petitions/a-...
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This is a great example of how genAI steals from us all on multiple levels. It's stolen a promotional spot for real books and authors, it's stolen a job from an actual journalist who could have compiled this, it's stolen an opportunity for parents to be recommended good NZ books for their kids
#4 sounds like a lovely book but I didn't write it. Have had whānau up and down the country send me clippings lol
Whoever put together this list that has been circulated to regional papers, didn't fact check.
Whoever put together this list that has been circulated to regional papers, didn't fact check.
December 25, 2025 at 7:29 PM
This is a great example of how genAI steals from us all on multiple levels. It's stolen a promotional spot for real books and authors, it's stolen a job from an actual journalist who could have compiled this, it's stolen an opportunity for parents to be recommended good NZ books for their kids
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I’ve done some catalogue searching and am fairly confident in saying that 5/10 titles in this list do not exist (1, 2, 4, 5 and 7).
Sloppy, unacceptable, and a real kick in the guts to real authors with real books they’d love people to buy and read!
Sloppy, unacceptable, and a real kick in the guts to real authors with real books they’d love people to buy and read!
#4 sounds like a lovely book but I didn't write it. Have had whānau up and down the country send me clippings lol
Whoever put together this list that has been circulated to regional papers, didn't fact check.
Whoever put together this list that has been circulated to regional papers, didn't fact check.
December 25, 2025 at 7:18 PM
I’ve done some catalogue searching and am fairly confident in saying that 5/10 titles in this list do not exist (1, 2, 4, 5 and 7).
Sloppy, unacceptable, and a real kick in the guts to real authors with real books they’d love people to buy and read!
Sloppy, unacceptable, and a real kick in the guts to real authors with real books they’d love people to buy and read!
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Alt text is there for when the image can't be seen—for whatever reason. Including if the image just doesn't load. So alt text is meant to be a text replacement for the image.
If the image needs additional information to be properly understood or to cite its source, etc., that belongs elsewhere.
If the image needs additional information to be properly understood or to cite its source, etc., that belongs elsewhere.
December 23, 2025 at 8:54 PM
Alt text is there for when the image can't be seen—for whatever reason. Including if the image just doesn't load. So alt text is meant to be a text replacement for the image.
If the image needs additional information to be properly understood or to cite its source, etc., that belongs elsewhere.
If the image needs additional information to be properly understood or to cite its source, etc., that belongs elsewhere.
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Friends,
Today it’s been THREE WEEKS since her account was suppressed
Keep fighting, keep amplifying
chuffed.org/project/help...
Today it’s been THREE WEEKS since her account was suppressed
Keep fighting, keep amplifying
chuffed.org/project/help...
December 23, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Friends,
Today it’s been THREE WEEKS since her account was suppressed
Keep fighting, keep amplifying
chuffed.org/project/help...
Today it’s been THREE WEEKS since her account was suppressed
Keep fighting, keep amplifying
chuffed.org/project/help...
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New from @fractalecho.bsky.social and me. Our piece focuses on one person and organization, but it's about a seedy grift that permeates disability inclusion, in which those who aspire to “be the only” emulate those whose power they worship. buttondown.com/TYFYFL/archi...
December 22, 2025 at 8:26 PM
New from @fractalecho.bsky.social and me. Our piece focuses on one person and organization, but it's about a seedy grift that permeates disability inclusion, in which those who aspire to “be the only” emulate those whose power they worship. buttondown.com/TYFYFL/archi...
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The world sleeps warmly, and Gaza's children face this freezing cold in the open, homeless, shaking in freeze. 😥
December 18, 2025 at 11:37 AM
The world sleeps warmly, and Gaza's children face this freezing cold in the open, homeless, shaking in freeze. 😥