Du braille aux octets : technologie et handicap | Dr Mahantesh G Kivadasannavar | TEDxSt Pauls College

Fondateur et administrateur gérant du Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled, le Dr Mahantesh G Kivadasannavar retrace dans cette intervention TEDx trois décennies de progrès technologiques au service des personnes handicapées. Il explique comment les technologies d'assistance peuvent renforcer l'accessibilité, l'autonomie et l'égalité des chances. L'intervenant insiste sur la nécessité de concevoir les outils numériques de manière inclusive afin de lever les obstacles dans l'éducation, l'emploi et la vie quotidienne. Lui-même est malvoyant. La présentation a été donnée lors d'un événement TEDx organisé de manière indépendante.

• Trois décennies d'innovations en technologies d'assistance
• Comment les outils numériques favorisent accessibilité et autonomie
• Lever les obstacles dans l'éducation, le travail et la vie quotidienne

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