De Braille a bytes: tecnología y discapacidad | Dr. Mahantesh G Kivadasannavar | TEDxSt Pauls College

En esta charla TEDx, el Dr. Mahantesh G. Kivadasannavar, fundador y administrador gerente del Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled, repasa tres décadas de avances tecnológicos para las personas con discapacidad. Explica cómo la tecnología de apoyo puede ampliar la accesibilidad, la independencia y la igualdad de oportunidades. El orador subraya que las herramientas digitales deben diseñarse de forma inclusiva para derribar barreras en la educación, el empleo y la vida diaria. Él mismo tiene una discapacidad visual. La charla se presentó en un evento TEDx organizado de forma independiente.

• Tres décadas de desarrollo de tecnología de apoyo
• Cómo las herramientas digitales favorecen la accesibilidad y la autonomía
• Eliminar barreras en la educación, el trabajo y la vida diaria

From Braille to Bytes,” explores three decades of technological advancements in empowering persons with disabilities. He highlights how assistive technology promotes accessibility, independence, inclusion, and equal opportunities for all. He also emphasises the importance of making technology inclusive and accessible, demonstrating how digital innovations can break barriers in education, employment, and everyday life. His talk inspires audiences to recognise the potential of technology in building a more equitable and inclusive society. Dr. Mahantesh G. Kivadasannavar is the Founder and Managing Trustee of Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled and a globally recognized advocate for disability inclusion. A person with visual impairment himself, he has dedicated nearly three decades to empowering persons with disabilities through education, technology, employment, sports, and inclusive development. His pioneering work has transformed countless lives by championing innovation that makes society more accessible and equitable. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx