We are committed to the promotion of technological innovation and the development of user-centered research, products, and services for individuals with disabilities. As a research and service center within Georgia Tech’s College of Design, we address unmet needs in higher education, government, non-profits, and corporations by providing accessible and inclusive environments for all. Join us to learn more about video and remote captioning, accessible textbook production, braille, digital accessibility trainings and evaluations, student accommodation manager, and AT assessments.
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512 Means Street NW
Suite 250
US，GA，Atlanta，30318
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Associate Dean for Research and Creative Practice at Georgia Institute of Technology College of Design
We are looking for a new Executive Director for our Center for Inclusive Design & Innovation (https://cidi.gatech.edu) at the Georgia Tech College of Design.
FREE web event! The State of Georgia ADA Coordinator's Office is holding "The 2025 Virtual ADA Conference for State and Local Governments" on June 3-5. CEs are available. Learn more and register: https://lnkd.in/eAyhwsDb
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TODAY: Webinar on ergonomics in the workplace for people with disabilities. Register ?? https://lnkd.in/eZQ67rz4
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Extremely pleased to share the incredible impact of AT Act Programs. Grateful to lead our dynamic Georgia program, Tools for Life, and work with an outstanding group of state and community partners. Center for Inclusive Design & Innovation, Georgia Institute of Technology
Executive Director at ATAP-the national Association of Assistive Technology Act Programs; 2019 Bush Foundation Fellow
Big Impact, Small Investment: The Power of Assistive Technology Act Programs! Did you know that for the past 10 years, every $1 invested in Assistive Technology Act Programs saw a return of $2.22 in savings and benefits?!?That’s a 122% return on investment—all while empowering millions of people with disabilities and older adults! From 2013 to 2023, federal funding of $305M helped serve 6.7 million people, increasing access to life-changing assistive technology. And it doesn’t stop there—an additional $256M was leveraged from outside partnerships to further expand these critical resources. With the 2022 reauthorization of the AT Act, we’re just getting started. Let’s keep advocating for sustainable funding and greater access to assistive technology for all who need it! What are your thoughts on the role of assistive technology in shaping the future for people in need? Share in the comments! #AssistiveTechnology #ReturnOnInvestment #ATActPrograms #AT4All #AgingInPlace #Independence #Impact Picture description: An infographic titled "Assistive Technology Act Programs: Return on Investment (2013 to 2023)" presents data on the impact of federal funding for assistive technology. The Assistive Technology Act was reauthorized in 2022. It provides formula grant funding to 56 states and territories to enhance awareness, create access, and increase AT acquisition for people with disabilities and older adults. Federal Investment and Savings Comparison of Investment: $305 million and Savings & Benefits of $674.8 million Leveraged Funding Increases Access to Assistive Technology: Leveraged Funding of $256 million (46%) and Federal Investment of $305 million (54%) Small Federal Investment - Large Benefits in Return. Return on Investment (ROI) of 122% or $2.22 saved for every $1 spent People Served: 6,698,195 people represented by a graphic of a large crowd of human figures. ATAP Logo on the bottom
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Interim Executive Director at the Center for Inclusive Design & Innovation at Georgia Tech| PI of Global Assistive Technology Innovation Project | PI of Inclusive Tech Entrepreneurship Program
CIDI Connect's March Issue - Spotlight on Tactile Media & Accessibility! Tactile media is transforming accessibility, empowering individuals who are blind or have low vision with meaningful ways to engage with information. This month, we highlight: Braille Challenge at Georgia Academy for the Blind – Our Braille team served as judges, celebrating Braille literacy and student excellence. Design for Tactile and Embodied Learning Workshop – A collaboration with the School of Industrial Design to explore innovative tactile learning experiences. CIDI Joins the Tactile Media Alliance – Advancing research and applications of tactile media in education and communication. Research on Disability & Aging – Examining the challenges and opportunities for aging individuals with disabilities. Upcoming Ergonomics Webinar – Tools for Life & Work ACCESS host a session on workplace ergonomics for individuals with physical disabilities. Join us in celebrating accessibility innovations! Read the full newsletter here: https://lnkd.in/d8ppmqKb #InclusiveDesign #AssistiveTechnology #Braille #TactileMedia #Accessibility #CIDI #Ergonomics
"We are interested in finding locally relevant, sustainable solutions for people with disabilities. That’s why we are visiting disabled organizations and trying to understand how we can work together to design and build assistive technologies." - CIDI Interim Executive Director Zerrin Ondin-Fraser, UXC, PhD Check out the collaborations students and faculty from CIDI, Georgia Tech College of Design, and Georgia Institute of Technology are making with the Masaka Resource Center for the Blind in Rwanda ?? https://lnkd.in/eFDmHvXD
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??? Building Global Connections ?? The Dean is in...Rwanda! Ellen Bassett has been exploring local markets to gather supplies for an upcoming workshop on assistive technology. She is joined by Georgia Institute of Technology students and instructors?Zerrin Ondin-Fraser, UXC, PhD (CIDI)?and?Tony Giarusso (CURA)?as part of our ongoing efforts to support inclusive design and disability services. We have been learning and collaborating with local organizations like the?CHECHE Foundation?which supports children with disabilities in the Ntarama Sector, Bugesera District. More info on their important work here: https://lnkd.in/gQG6gNUX We’re excited to continue this work, learning from and with our Rwandan partners to create meaningful, inclusive design solutions. #GeorgiaTechDesign #AssistiveTechnology #InclusiveDesign #DisabilityInclusion
WEBINAR: Ergonomics in the Workplace for People with Physical Disabilities Join us on March 12 from 2-3pm as we discuss the main goals of ergonomics and share simple solutions that anyone can use to improve their work area. Register ?? https://lnkd.in/eZQ67rz4
Many of CIDI’s research and service units were created in response to or because of legislation around disability. ??? One of CIDI’s direct predecessors, AMAC, was created by Georgia’s Board of Regents to centralize several important disability services mandated by federal law under one roof, thus saving the state resources and money. Let’s review some of the most impactful pieces of disability legislation and discuss how CIDI interacts with or can support compliance with these laws ?? https://lnkd.in/eqY4q6Rj