AT Innovation and Impact Podcast.
AT Innovation and Impact Podcast.
Podcast Description
This podcast is brought to you by the Global Disability Innovation Hub’s flagship AT2030 programme, funded by UKAid.
In this series, we're embarking on a journey through the heart of Africa to explore a world where creativity and technology meet to challenge and change our understanding of disability.
We will spotlight the incredible work of Innovate Now, Africa’s first assistive technology accelerator, and the pioneering spirits behind its success. We’ll uncover how the AT innovation ecosystem in Africa is not just evolving but also revolutionising the way assistive technologies are perceived, developed, and adopted.
#AT2030Programme, #GDIHub
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast focuses on assistive technology innovations, disability inclusion, and the evolution of the AT ecosystem in Africa. Topics include creating accessible sanitation solutions, leveraging design thinking for innovation, and the impact of mentorship through programs like Innovate Now. Episodes highlight particularly pressing issues, such as the need for inclusive toilets and the transformative role of technology in improving lives.
This podcast is brought to you by the Global Disability Innovation Hub’s flagship AT2030 programme, funded by UK International Development.
In this series, we’re embarking on a journey through the heart of Africa to explore a world where creativity and technology meet to challenge and change our understanding of disability.
We will spotlight the incredible work of Innovate Now, Africa’s first assistive technology accelerator, and the pioneering spirits behind its success. We’ll uncover how the AT innovation ecosystem in Africa is not just evolving but also revolutionising the way assistive technologies are perceived, developed, and adopted.
#AT2030Programme, #GDIHub
How Did the Centre for Digital Language Inclusion Begin?
Join Catherine Holloway and Richard Cave PhD, the visionary directors of the Centre for Digital Language Inclusion (CDLI), as they reveal the origins of the centre. In this open and engaging conversation, they explore the motivations behind establishing CDLI, the evolving landscape of digital language inclusion, and the role technology plays in breaking communication barriers and empowering communities.
Whether you’re interested in inclusive tech, language accessibility, or advancing digital equity, this discussion offers meaningful insights into building a more inclusive digital world.
This initiative is co-funded by Google.org and is a part of the #AT2030Programme, led by UCL’s Global Disability Innovation Hub. Technical support has been provided by Modal, whose GPU sponsorship is powering the deevelopment of the ASR models.
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