Stage: Breakout

We’re thrilled to invite you to “Come Chat with Googlers”! In this relaxed breakout session, you’ll have the opportunity to connect with Google experts, ask questions, explore the latest in accessibility innovations, and share your own valuable insights. We’re excited to hear from you and discuss how we can all shape the future of tech together!

Research tools and outputs often rely heavily on visual presentations of data, which can lead to accessibility barriers. UNICEF Innocenti partnered with Perkins Access and the developers of the EPPI-Mapper to create an evidence and gap mapping tool that not only is more accessible for users, but generates a more accessible visualization map of research evidence. Officially launching at SightTechGlobal, this breakout session will explore the motivation behind the EPPI-Mapper’s redevelopment, the accessibility considerations that enhanced its usability, the next steps to continue improving the tool’s accessibility and the implications raised for all types of research. Join the team behind the tool to learn more and get your questions answered, so you can start creating your own, accessible evidence gap maps.

Immerse yourself in a 30-minute online session focusing on the innovative world of AI smartglasses. Discover the latest advancements, future potential, and real-world applications from an industry expert. The session includes an interactive Q&A, offering a unique opportunity for deep engagement and learning.

Join Scribely’s CEO and Founder Caroline Desrosier for a live AMA on alt text and Scribble’s groundbreaking work to improve the quality and quantity of alt text for images online.

After the session on AI and Media, join Warner Brothers Discovery’s Angela McIntosh for a live AMA on audio description at Max®. Warner Brother Discovery’s Max®, which launched May 23 2023, is an enhanced streaming platform.  Listen in to live answers to your questions regarding audio description on Max and the future of accessibility in streaming platforms.

Following his session on the main stage, join Greg Stilson for a live AMA focused on the APH Monarch rollout.

Following the main stage session with OKO, join the startup’s founder, Michiel Janssen, for a live AMA.

Join the ARIA AT team for a live AMA on their work following their session on the main stage.

Join the founder of Glidance, Amos Miller, for a live AMA following his main stage session.

Following the Be My Eyes session on the main stage, please join the Be My Eyes team working on Be My AI for a live AMA to get answers to your questions about this breakthrough application of generative AI to one of the blind community’s favorite applications.