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Curious about how CDT is addressing tech policy challenges for people with disabilities? Here’s a look at our latest work on data bias, #AI, & online access.👇 In our report, To Reduce Disability Bias in Technology, Start With Disability Data, we dive into how data sets often exclude or inaccurately represent disabled people. We also outline a “disability data justice” approach to ensure fairer representation: https://lnkd.in/dM6hNXcc We’ve also been investigating how AI chatbots might impact voting access for people with disabilities. Our brief, Generating Confusion, stress-tests chatbot responses on voting with a disability to explore potential challenges in election integrity. 🗳️ Learn more: https://lnkd.in/eg298Ejk For young disabled people, new age verification technologies could create additional barriers online. CDT’s Aliya Bhatia & Ariana Aboulafia discuss these concerns in their latest op-ed for Teen Vogue here: https://lnkd.in/eexeBrrH Ensuring tech works for everyone means addressing these gaps in data and access. Learn more about CDT's efforts to promote inclusive tech policies: https://lnkd.in/e7yTJtdh

This is directly relevant to what I mentioned in my company’s Community Service Committee meeting last week in mid-December 2024. During our discussion of potential ESG events, I suggested that promoting the use of AI for disability communities could be one of those initiatives. AI technologies can empower people with disabilities, providing them with more job opportunities and recreational activities. This could contribute to a more inclusive future for our society. #ESG #AI

NVIDIA AI holds incredible promise in fostering inclusivity, particularly in special education. It's crucial to prioritize the voices of those with disabilities in the development and deployment of AI solutions to ensure meaningful, impactful advancements. 👍

🌟 The disability community has been navigating the complexities of ""helpful"" technologies for years, providing invaluable insights into the challenges and opportunities presented by AI. These experiences highlight important lessons for us all as we integrate AI into our daily lives. ✨ Read more about the intersection of technology and the disability community in this insightful article: [Disability Community Has Long Wrestled with ‘Helpful’ Technologies – Lessons for Everyone in Dealing with AI](https://buff.ly/46JMeZp) #DisabilityAdvocacy #AI #Inclusion #TechnologyForAll

AI Revolutionizes Disability Accessibility with LIFE CHANGING Results! https://lnkd.in/dSsiDjrd In this groundbreaking video, we explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing disability accessibility and paving the way for a more inclusive society. Discover the innovative technologies and tools that are making life easier for individuals with disabilities, enhancing their experiences, and promoting equal access in various environments. Join us as we delve into real-life examples of AI applications that are transforming communication, mobility, and daily living for the disabled community. From smart home devices to advanced mobility aids, learn how these advancements are not only boosting independence but also fostering a sense of belonging and empowerment. We’ll discuss the importance of inclusion and how AI is breaking down barriers, making it possible for everyone to participate fully in their communities. Whether you're an advocate for disability rights, a tech enthusiast, or simply curious about the future of accessibility, this video is for you! Don't miss out on this important conversation about the intersection of technology and social inclusion. Hit the like button, subscribe for more insights, and let’s spread awareness about the incredible potential of AI in enhancing lives! #DisabilityInclusion #AIAccessibility #TechForGood #Empowerment #Innovation #SocialChange

How AI Can Enhance Disability Inclusion, Special Education https://lnkd.in/gD6q46Rh In this episode of the NVIDIA AI Podcast, U.S. Special Advisor on International Disability Rights at the U.S. Department of State Sara Minkara and Timothy Shriver, chairman of the board of Special Olympics, discuss AI’s potential to enhance special education and disability inclusion. #InternationalDayofPersonsWithDisabilities #IDPD2024 #DisabilityInclusion

Artifical Intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving which requires rapid, adaptive, and collaborative strategies to ensure accessibility and people with disabilities are not only included in but driving innovation, safeguards, and responsible use of AI. Thank you Government Technology and Julia Edinger for elevating the intersection of AI and Disability as well as the AI-centered partnership between the United States Access Board, Center for Democracy & Technology and American Association of People with Disabilities. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gd83NeVQ #a11y #ArtificialIntelligence #AccessibleAI

I talk about this a lot - ‘invisible data’ - as I do the rounds. How do we ensure that we are making decisions that are fully inclusive when we are looking at data that may be inherently exclusive? This is complex, but simply ensuring that you are always asking the question and finding ways to ensure you are challenging assumptions at the outset is a good start. Diversity at the decision-making table is needed. Thanks for sharing Ariana Aboulafia.