How inclusive tech empowers people with disabilities
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5 Oct 2023
How inclusive tech empowers people with disabilities

Inclusive, future-thinking technology like tongue-driven devices are steadily making their way into mainstream society, sparking a new wave of freedom and empowerment within the disabled community. What does this mean for brands, and how can they stay one step ahead in their messaging?

Jamaal Davis

Jamaal Davis is a problem-solving human-centered researcher and product inclusion leader, skilled in developing inclusive services and scalable sustainability systems to enhance accessibility in cross-functional teams. His experience includes leading end-to-end user research projects, designing low-fidelity prototypes, conducting user testing, executing accessibility audits, and helping teams achieve their KPIs while promoting inclusivity and accessibility.

Dr. Reto Togn

Dr. Reto Togn is a product designer and engineer by training who specialises in assistive technology innovation. He holds a PhD from ETH Zürich where he develops various technologies that improve mobility and promote activity in manual wheelchairs.

Lara Piras

Lara Piras is a copywriter, researcher, and brand strategist. Considered a youth culture expert, her vast industry knowledge comes from working with some of the industry’s best, including MTV, WGSN, Vogue UK, and Vogue US.