AI and A11y: How AI Can Transform Accessibility

How can Artificial Intelligence (AI) revolutionise accessibility for people with disabilities, and what challenges must we address?

Join Julius Serrano, an accessibility consultant and trainer with Access Advisors and with 18 years of experience. As someone who is totally blind, he brings unique lived and representative insights into the field.

In this session, you’ll explore:

• Key Concepts of AI and Accessibility: Understanding the fundamental AI technologies that impact accessibility.
• Benefits and Risks of AI in Accessibility: Discover how AI can enhance accessibility, while also considering potential risks.
• Designing Inclusive AI: Learn the principles of creating AI systems that are accessible to everyone.

Plus, witness firsthand the possibilities and challenges of using a screen reader on a popular AI platform!

Seize this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of how AI can be harnessed to create a more accessible digital world.

About the speaker:

Julius Serrano started his journey in accessible technology in 2000 when he discovered the wonder of screen reading software. Now, he is a consultant and trainer helping make the Internet a more accessible and inclusive place. Julius has conducted accessibility training and workshops in New Zealand and several countries in Asia, treating attendees to a combination of education, inspiration, and his unique sense of humour. As an accessibility consultant, Julius has performed testing and audits for government, banks and private companies. He feels blessed to help improve online accessibility – being a person who is totally blind himself.

Outside accessibility, Julius runs an awesome results coaching business. He helps professionals ACCESS their best self so they can easily eliminate any personal barriers and achieve their biggest goals.

Schedule:
5:30pm - Doors open
6:00pm - Streaming via Zoom starts for talk and Q&A
6:45pm - Pizza and mingling
7:30pm - End

Thanks to our sponsors Aleph Accessibility and Alphero.

Livestream option:
It would be great to see you in person! But if you can't make it, here is the livestream link: https://us05web.zoom.us/j/4849829306?pwd=dJN9zclSbFEAFaeEgue27scqG6iajs.1

Or Zoom Meeting ID: 484 982 9306, Passcode: jB1jEE

Other details:

• Pizza will be served, including plant-based options. Please let us know if you have other dietary requirements
• The event will be in-person and livestreamed with auto-generated captions
• The event space has two entrances. The Taranaki Street entrance is accessible (next to Les Mills) and leads from the street level to the elevator with no barriers. The Dixon Street entrance has a few steps before reaching the elevator. The event is on Level 4.
• The internal event space is wheelchair accessible
• Please let us know if we can provide any additional accommodations!