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We are always inspired by innovative solutions that make the world more accessible for everyone. That's why we're excited to highlight the incredible work of Be My Eyes, a company that is transforming the lives of people who are blind or have low vision through the power of human volunteers and advanced AI technology. Be My Eyes connects users with a network of volunteers who provide real-time assistance through live video calls. Whether it's identifying expiry dates on food, distinguishing colours, reading instructions, or navigating unfamiliar environments, volunteers are there to lend their eyes to those who need them. With over 7 million volunteers worldwide, users can receive help in their own language, ensuring effective and personalised support. The impact of Be My Eyes is profound. The app empowers individuals with visual impairments to perform tasks that many of us take for granted, fostering greater independence and confidence. The global community of volunteers plays a crucial role in this mission, showcasing the power of collective goodwill and human connection. Accessibility is a fundamental right, and technology like Be My Eyes is paving the way for a more inclusive world. By combining the strengths of human empathy and AI efficiency, Be My Eyes is setting a new standard for assistive technology, offering a model of how tech can be used to support and uplift those with disabilities. We believe in the power of community and innovative solutions to create a better world. If you’re inspired by the mission of Be My Eyes, consider joining their community as a volunteer or by spreading the word. Together, we can help create a more accessible and inclusive world for everyone. #MoreThanSupport #Accessibility #Inclusion #BeMyEyes #AIForGood #AssistiveTechnology #BlindSupport #LowVisionSupport #GlobalCommunity

How will #AI impact the public sector? Fascinating insights from Open Access Government, analysing the way AI is set to transform the public sector to be more inclusive and accessible, creating new ways to remove barriers for people with disabilities. https://lnkd.in/gtY_CEwX #AI #PublicSector #Inclusion #Accessibility

🌟 International Day of Persons with Disabilities 🌟 Today, on the #InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities, we are proud to announce the recent groundbreaking collaboration between Microsoft and Be My Eyes! This partnership aims to bring high-quality, disability representative data to train #AI systems, making technology more #inclusive for the 340 million people in the world who are blind or have low-vision. 🔎 Key Highlights: Inclusive AI Training: Leveraging realistic video data from Be My Eyes to improve AI accuracy and utility for the blind and low-vision community. Transparency & Privacy: Ensuring user control and data privacy through clear processes and options to opt out. Ongoing Commitment: Building on our collaboration since 2017, including the integration of Be My Eyes into the Disability Answer Desk and the development of the ‘Be My AI’ pilot. At #Microsoft, we believe #accessibletechnology is a fundamental right. This partnership is a significant step towards a more inclusive future, ensuring AI benefits everyone.   #Accessibility #Inclusion #AI #Disability   Andrea Della Mattea Cumarran K. Pratima Amonkar Tanya Aguila-Loo Quyen Phan Tu   Toan Kieu   Hai Thanh Nguyen   Le Nhan Tam   Viet Dinh Nguyen Tran   Takeshi Murakami   Tran Thi Bao Tran Hien Do   Tung Bach  Son Phan   Tu Mai-Tuan  Thuy Phan  The Anh Nguyen Thang V. Nguyen Quan Tran Anh   Khoa Phi Dang   Kien Nguyen, MSc  Linh Trieu   Thanh Do   Gia Nguyen (Hilda)   Linh Nguyen    Van Anh Huynh   Nam Pham   Xuyen Nguyen   Loi Tran  Kim Sa Tran Tuyen Nguyen Alex Le https://lnkd.in/g2KE_aZU

Cognitive diversity vs disabilities… There is no competition between the two! Enter AI… Let’s think about this for a moment. Why not conduct research amongst people with disabilities and neurodivergent folks as to how they feel about AI to be utilized to benefit them? Let’s allow their voices and lived experience to be heard and understood, whether it be related to AI, accessibility and overall disability inclusion. #PeopleWithDisabilities #Neurodiversity #BillionStrong #DisabilityInclusion

AI-powered tools are creating new possibilities, marking a major leap from the early days of assistive technology. Today, generative AI joins the mix, offering unprecedented support and inclusion. Generative AI is proving to be incredibly useful for individuals who are autistic, ADHD, or dyslexic, helping to navigate challenges that once seemed insurmountable. To drive more widespread inclusion of neurodiversity, Microsoft supports an AI-based project that helps people who do not use their voice to communicate by creating more easily understood symbols. What’s truly inspiring is that people with disabilities – both employees and customers – are involved in all stages of AI development. As AI continues to evolve, it’s crucial to keep engaging the global disability community, making tools more accessible to those who can benefit most from them. Let’s celebrate these advancements and continue to push for a more inclusive world where technology serves all of us. #AIForGood #AIforAll #Inclusivity #Neurodiversity #TechForAll #GenerativeAI

Did You Know 1 in 5 People Have a Disability? AI Can Change That. Did you know that over 1.3 billion people, or roughly 1 in 5, experience some form of disability globally?  This vast population faces numerous challenges, hindering their ability to participate fully in society. But what if there was a way to bridge this gap and empower people with disabilities? Enter Artificial Intelligence (#AI). Cognitive Diversity - A Spectrum, Not a Limitation Cognitive diversity celebrates the unique ways our brains process information. This spectrum encompasses conditions like people with #autism, #ADHD, and #dyslexia, but it's not a limitation – it's a source of strength. AI is a powerful tool for achieving #CognitiveDiversity. ·       Personalized Learning Imagine a world where #education caters to individual needs. AI-powered systems can personalize learning for the estimated 15% of students with disabilities in the US alone, unlocking their full potential. ·       Workplace Inclusion - AI can transform #workplaces! Imagine AI-powered tools suggesting ergonomic adjustments or automating repetitive tasks, allowing #PWD to focus on their strengths and contribute meaningfully. ·       Social Interaction Reimagined AI assistants and social robots can bridge the social gap for those who find interaction challenging. Imagine AI facilitating conversations or easing introductions, fostering a more inclusive environment. ·       Enhanced Accessibility AI can break down digital barriers. By intelligently adapting interfaces and content, AI can make websites and applications accessible for everyone, regardless of ability. Challenges and the Path Forward ·       Mitigating Bias We must ensure AI is free from bias and accurately reflects the diverse population it serves. ·       Ethical Considerations The development and deployment of AI must be guided by ethics, respecting the dignity and rights of individuals with disabilities. ·       Collaboration is Key Including people with cognitive disabilities in the design process is crucial to creating truly inclusive technologies. A Brighter Future with AI By addressing these challenges, AI can become a powerful tool for #inclusion. Imagine a world where everyone can participate, contribute, and thrive. AI has the potential to make this a reality, creating a more active and fulfilling life for #PWD. Let's harness the power of AI to create a more inclusive world. Share this article and join the conversation! #WeAreBillionStrong #DisabilityInclusion #Neurodiversity #Accessibility #AIforGood #FutureofWork #AIethics #ResponsibleAI #TechForGood #AssistiveTechnology Debra Ruh Puneet Singh Singhal Richard Streitz LaMondré Pough Jasmin Ambiong

🖥️ When AI bridges gaps, it empowers everyone. ⭐️ In this video, we explore how AI is enhancing communication and creating meaningful support for those with disabilities—including the often-overlooked population with invisible disabilities. From text-to-speech innovations to cognitive assistance tools, AI is opening doors, making communication more accessible, and providing a voice to those who need it most. Here’s why accessibility for invisible disabilities is crucial: • 1 in 4 adults in the U.S. lives with some form of disability, yet many of these are invisible, from chronic pain and fatigue to cognitive conditions that impact daily functioning. • Worldwide, over 1 billion people live with chronic illnesses, many of which are not outwardly visible but still require support. • With nearly 17% of the global population over 65, accessibility is critical across all ages, allowing technology to adapt to changing needs over time. Invisible disabilities may not always be seen, but their impact is very real. Through inclusive AI, we’re creating tools that adapt to individual needs—helping people express themselves, connect, and lead independent lives. The future of AI is one where technology supports everyone, regardless of visible or invisible conditions. #HackDisability #InvisibleDisabilities #AIforAccessibility #TechForGood #ChronicIllnessAwareness #InclusiveInnovation #AccessibilityMatters #AIImpact

🧏🏽♀️How can we ensure disability-inclusive design in #AI? 🫶🏾 In a new piece on our site Natalie Delille considers how people with #disabilities, may face challenges due to AI technologies that have been designed without inclusive considerations. It is the design process, which shapes the scope, use, and #trainingdata of #AI, that is crucial to ensuring equitable outcomes, with four possible models that can be used to guide how #artificialintelligence technologies can be designed to support individuals with disabilities; 🏥the medical model, which views disability as a problem to be fixed; 🚧the social model, which highlights societal and environmental barriers; 🪪the relational model, which sees disability as an identity shaped through interactions with society and 🌎the cultural model, which views disability not merely as a physical impairment but as a socially constructed phenomenon shaped by cultural beliefs, values, and norms. Above all, Natalie stresses that AI developers must avoid #tokenism in the design process, ensuring that their #inclusion efforts are authentic and not driven by a desire to simply appear diverse. (🔗 to article below) #aiethics #ethicalAI #DEI #design #AIinnovation #inclusivity #disability #AIdesign #diversity #LLMs #data https://lnkd.in/etRZFfyi

The Future of Accessibility: Why AI is a Game-Changer for Invisible Disabilities 🔊 Did you know that over 15% of the world's population lives with a disability, and many of these disabilities are invisible? 💡 Despite this, accessibility solutions often overlook the unique challenges faced by those with conditions like MS, chronic pain, or neurodivergence. That’s where AI is stepping in. From text-to-speech tools to personalized symptom trackers, AI is breaking barriers and creating opportunities for inclusivity like never before. But there’s still a long way to go! For instance, I’m working on a project called DisAIbled to redefine accessibility for individuals with invisible disabilities. Features like health tracking, user-friendly customization, and forums for community support are just the beginning. Here’s the question: What other challenges do you think AI could help solve in the accessibility space? I’d love to hear your thoughts! 👇 Let’s brainstorm and share ideas for a more inclusive world. Inspired by this story? 👉 Share it to celebrate! 👉 Don’t forget to book me, Kai Clarke, for public speaking, writing, or consulting projects. 👉 Want to dive deeper into these trends? Subscribe to my newsletter, DisAIbled: Redefining Disabled, for exclusive insights and actionable tips on how AI is making a difference in accessibility and inclusion. 🚀 Let’s shape a more inclusive future together. Follow me for more insights about disability inclusivity, AI, and tech!