Tara Voelker
@tarav.bsky.social
Senior Accessibility at Netflix Games | Co-Director of Award-Winning GA_Conf | BAFTA Member | Micro-brew beer slinger | be accessible, do crime
Remember when I used to be on social media all the time
October 18, 2025 at 5:52 AM
Remember when I used to be on social media all the time
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September 29, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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We are live on twitch.tv/seattleindies talking about #GAconf and Games Accessibility with @jayjustice.net @mrsgame.dev @tarav.bsky.social @thewobblygamer.bsky.social
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September 26, 2025 at 7:03 PM
We are live on twitch.tv/seattleindies talking about #GAconf and Games Accessibility with @jayjustice.net @mrsgame.dev @tarav.bsky.social @thewobblygamer.bsky.social
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TODAY! Delighted to be joining a conversation about accessibility in games leading up to this year's GAConf! Join us at www.twitch.tv/SeattleIndies at 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET! @tarav.bsky.social
September 26, 2025 at 6:42 PM
TODAY! Delighted to be joining a conversation about accessibility in games leading up to this year's GAConf! Join us at www.twitch.tv/SeattleIndies at 12-1pm PT/3-4pm ET! @tarav.bsky.social
I want to make this clear, if I had been paying more attention to the Silent Hill f release date, @gaconf.bsky.social would have been later 😭
September 22, 2025 at 5:37 AM
I want to make this clear, if I had been paying more attention to the Silent Hill f release date, @gaconf.bsky.social would have been later 😭
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Are you a disabled player impacted by the recent pricing increases for systems, games, and devices? I'm looking to speak to you for Access Granted!
September 20, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Are you a disabled player impacted by the recent pricing increases for systems, games, and devices? I'm looking to speak to you for Access Granted!
My grandpa won’t let me order a Dr. Pepper at lunch because it’s a waste of money. I’m dying.
September 14, 2025 at 4:50 PM
My grandpa won’t let me order a Dr. Pepper at lunch because it’s a waste of money. I’m dying.
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me too, Cooper, me too
September 1, 2025 at 8:47 PM
me too, Cooper, me too
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Ready to dive into VR worlds made for everyone? We're exploring the "how" and "why" behind our approach to accessibility in our latest Dev Vlog with our own head of accessibility @jc-3d.bsky.social 👉 ow.ly/b3yO50WPW2I
September 2, 2025 at 10:54 PM
Ready to dive into VR worlds made for everyone? We're exploring the "how" and "why" behind our approach to accessibility in our latest Dev Vlog with our own head of accessibility @jc-3d.bsky.social 👉 ow.ly/b3yO50WPW2I
🎮 Excited for @GA_Conf ! 2 days on the latest in #GameAccessibility.
🗓️ Sept 29–30
📍 Archer Hotel Redmond (WA) + online
💻 Free to watch on Zoom
🤝 Networking via Discord (free) or in-person ($250)
🎟️ Free tickets for those laid off
#gamedev
Learn more: www.gaconf.com
🗓️ Sept 29–30
📍 Archer Hotel Redmond (WA) + online
💻 Free to watch on Zoom
🤝 Networking via Discord (free) or in-person ($250)
🎟️ Free tickets for those laid off
#gamedev
Learn more: www.gaconf.com
ATTENDING
www.gaconf.com
September 2, 2025 at 10:20 PM
🎮 Excited for @GA_Conf ! 2 days on the latest in #GameAccessibility.
🗓️ Sept 29–30
📍 Archer Hotel Redmond (WA) + online
💻 Free to watch on Zoom
🤝 Networking via Discord (free) or in-person ($250)
🎟️ Free tickets for those laid off
#gamedev
Learn more: www.gaconf.com
🗓️ Sept 29–30
📍 Archer Hotel Redmond (WA) + online
💻 Free to watch on Zoom
🤝 Networking via Discord (free) or in-person ($250)
🎟️ Free tickets for those laid off
#gamedev
Learn more: www.gaconf.com
Have accessibility feedback about Netflix Games?
Well, you can now select games as an option on our Netflix accessibility feedback form!
netflix.jotform.com/203105245680...
Well, you can now select games as an option on our Netflix accessibility feedback form!
netflix.jotform.com/203105245680...
Accessibility Feedback Form
Please click the link to complete this form.
netflix.jotform.com
August 6, 2025 at 12:07 AM
Have accessibility feedback about Netflix Games?
Well, you can now select games as an option on our Netflix accessibility feedback form!
netflix.jotform.com/203105245680...
Well, you can now select games as an option on our Netflix accessibility feedback form!
netflix.jotform.com/203105245680...
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Zoë is amazing, I do recommend.
Game dev folks laid off & needing support:
I have open time to chat with anyone who needs it, your agenda, my full support.
I also have 2 slots for pro bono coaching clients & a heavily discounted group coaching program for folks who are unemployed or under employed.
Also, a peaceful waterfall.
I have open time to chat with anyone who needs it, your agenda, my full support.
I also have 2 slots for pro bono coaching clients & a heavily discounted group coaching program for folks who are unemployed or under employed.
Also, a peaceful waterfall.
July 2, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Zoë is amazing, I do recommend.
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My inaugural Group Leadership Coaching program Lumina Labs, is starting soon, (with a second cohort in September) so excited to kick this off.
Let’s chat about how it might help you, what you’re looking for and the discounted rate for un or underemployed folks.
lumina-leadership.com/lumina-labs
Let’s chat about how it might help you, what you’re looking for and the discounted rate for un or underemployed folks.
lumina-leadership.com/lumina-labs
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July 2, 2025 at 7:13 PM
My inaugural Group Leadership Coaching program Lumina Labs, is starting soon, (with a second cohort in September) so excited to kick this off.
Let’s chat about how it might help you, what you’re looking for and the discounted rate for un or underemployed folks.
lumina-leadership.com/lumina-labs
Let’s chat about how it might help you, what you’re looking for and the discounted rate for un or underemployed folks.
lumina-leadership.com/lumina-labs
Today I again remind folks at that we offer free tickets to @gaconf.bsky.social for folks caught in layoffs and unable to find work
July 2, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Today I again remind folks at that we offer free tickets to @gaconf.bsky.social for folks caught in layoffs and unable to find work
I didn’t realize it would be my last E3 segment *ever*
June 14, 2025 at 1:12 AM
I didn’t realize it would be my last E3 segment *ever*
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In Brighton at the beginning of July this year (perhaps for Develop:Brighton), and itching to learn more about accessibility? Check out the Game A11y Gathering!
🎉 Tickets are live on Eventbrite 🎉
www.eventbrite.com/e/game-a11y-...
You'll also find an agenda & FAQ, and we're aiming for remote viewing this year via zoom so you can claim a free remote ticket if you won't be in person.
www.eventbrite.com/e/game-a11y-...
You'll also find an agenda & FAQ, and we're aiming for remote viewing this year via zoom so you can claim a free remote ticket if you won't be in person.
Game A11y Gathering 2025
An independent gaming accessibility micro conference.
www.eventbrite.com
June 8, 2025 at 8:18 PM
In Brighton at the beginning of July this year (perhaps for Develop:Brighton), and itching to learn more about accessibility? Check out the Game A11y Gathering!
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✨APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING OPEN✨
We want to send a disabled dev, professional or creator to @developconference.com !
We want to cover travel and accommodation, and you can apply right now:
www.nothingwithoutus.co.uk/travel-funding
We want to send a disabled dev, professional or creator to @developconference.com !
We want to cover travel and accommodation, and you can apply right now:
www.nothingwithoutus.co.uk/travel-funding
June 6, 2025 at 1:45 PM
✨APPLICATIONS FOR FUNDING OPEN✨
We want to send a disabled dev, professional or creator to @developconference.com !
We want to cover travel and accommodation, and you can apply right now:
www.nothingwithoutus.co.uk/travel-funding
We want to send a disabled dev, professional or creator to @developconference.com !
We want to cover travel and accommodation, and you can apply right now:
www.nothingwithoutus.co.uk/travel-funding
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Mario Kart World without remapping sets the worst accessibility example for launch titles. It tells others that system level remapping is enough — a fix for incomplete games, not a feature for games to rely on.
Games have unique remapping needs, and in-game button prompts must match actual inputs.
Games have unique remapping needs, and in-game button prompts must match actual inputs.
June 6, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Mario Kart World without remapping sets the worst accessibility example for launch titles. It tells others that system level remapping is enough — a fix for incomplete games, not a feature for games to rely on.
Games have unique remapping needs, and in-game button prompts must match actual inputs.
Games have unique remapping needs, and in-game button prompts must match actual inputs.
When you watch too much Bob’s Burgers and keep calling the CPR dummy “Can’t Breathe-y Stevie”
May 28, 2025 at 1:40 AM
When you watch too much Bob’s Burgers and keep calling the CPR dummy “Can’t Breathe-y Stevie”
❤️🩹 Now CPR certified by the American Heart Association
May 28, 2025 at 1:38 AM
❤️🩹 Now CPR certified by the American Heart Association
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Ready, set, go! Alan Hartman’s legendary Ford GT is now available to bid on, with proceeds from the sale primarily benefitting SpecialEffect!
We can’t thank Alan, and everyone involved, enough for their support and generosity. #FordGTAuction
More info here: bringatrailer.com/listing/2017...
We can’t thank Alan, and everyone involved, enough for their support and generosity. #FordGTAuction
More info here: bringatrailer.com/listing/2017...
May 15, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Ready, set, go! Alan Hartman’s legendary Ford GT is now available to bid on, with proceeds from the sale primarily benefitting SpecialEffect!
We can’t thank Alan, and everyone involved, enough for their support and generosity. #FordGTAuction
More info here: bringatrailer.com/listing/2017...
We can’t thank Alan, and everyone involved, enough for their support and generosity. #FordGTAuction
More info here: bringatrailer.com/listing/2017...
GOAL FOR TODAY: Update GAConf Speakers starter pack
May 15, 2025 at 5:16 PM
GOAL FOR TODAY: Update GAConf Speakers starter pack
anything interesting happening in the news today or whatever? been staying off social media for mental health.
May 13, 2025 at 7:39 PM
anything interesting happening in the news today or whatever? been staying off social media for mental health.