Podcasts
Podcast: The Diversity Dialogue
The Diversity Dialogue with Nigina Muntean, Chief, Innovation Unit, UNFPA.
In the Diversity Dialogue’s first episode, Puneet Singh from GNYPWD had an intriguing conversation with Nigina Muntean, Chief of the Innovation Unit at the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the Equalizer Fund Co-founder. They talked about how UNFPA envisions a future that is accessible, inclusive and equitable for persons with disabilities. Also, about how the AccessAbility Innovation Challenge is shaping up with participation and engagement from across the globe. She also talked about the ambitious projects of the Challenge and how UNFPA, GDI Hub and the GNYPWD will support them throughout the project.
Winners of the AccessAbility Innovation Challenge
The Diversity Dialogue with Team AccessAble
This week, Puneet Singhal and Kartik Sawhney from GNYPWD interviewed Team AccessAble, one of the winners of the AccessAbility Innovation Challenge.
Their Project Title: Information Access on SRH Topics using Conversational Flows in Low-resource Settings
More info- People with disabilities often have limited access to sexual and reproductive health information and services, particularly in areas with limited internet access. AccessAble provides interactive engagement via SMS and Interactive Voice Response, which does not require a computer smartphone or any technical training. Available in local languages, the platform ensures that critical information and services are readily available to people with disabilities, regardless of their location or device.
We are joined by Prashant Ranjan Verma, Nikil and Shirin from AccessAble and we talk about their project, how they are using AI to leverage technology and reach the remote areas of the country and deliver accurate information regarding Sexual and Reproductive Health without internet connectivity and smartphone.”
Podcast: The Diversity Dialogue
The Diversity Dialogue with Ebele O. Okoli, Accessibility Business Program Manager at Microsoft
We are joined by Ebele O. Okoli. She works as the Program Manager, Accessibility – Mental Health and Intersectionality. We discussed her vision of technology is role in furthering accessibility for persons with disabilities. Also, Where does Microsoft stand in prioritizing accessibility, and what unique initiatives are being undertaken in this regard.
She told us how she is using informatics to bridge the gap between population health concerns and accessibility for persons with disabilities and the future of digital accessibility, especially in the realm of health, and what advice would you give to emerging professionals in this field.