The Future Is Being Decided Now
AI for all means disability included. We are building a future where disabled people don’t just use artificial intelligence—they lead it.
“No greater disability than a person believing they can’t.”
— Shireen Hafeez, CEO and Founder of Deaf Kids Code
What We Do
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Advocacy against algorithmic bias
Designed without disabled people perpetuate discrimination in hiring, healthcare, and education, invisibly and at scale. We demand transparency, and community involvement to transform technology from a tool of discrimination into an engine for equity.
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Co-design and research partnerships
Disabled people aren't subjects to study—they're co-creators and leaders. When communities co-design alongside technologists from conception through implementation, we build technology that's truly accessible, respectful, and transformative.
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Accessible AI education
We're not just teaching about AI; we're empowering disabled people to become the innovators, leaders, and voices that build it. When people who've been excluded from tech spaces get their seat at the table, everything changes.
Who we are
Three forces are converging:
Explosive global AI adoption
Expanding accessibility regulation
Persistent disability exclusion in technology
This is a once-in-a-generation window to decide: Will AI widen inequality—or power disability leadership?
AI is becoming foundational to education, work, and daily life. Yet most disabled learners lack access to AI literacy, tools, and training—risking deeper digital exclusion. If inclusion isn’t built in now, inequity will scale with AI.
AIxDisability is a pilot initiative committed to building inclusive, accessible futures by equipping disabled communities with the knowledge and tools to critically engage with AI. Through education, advocacy, and design, we aim to foster a world where disabled people are not only protected from bias in AI systems, but actively shaping them.
Our belief is that Disabled people must move from:
Users → Creators → Leaders of AI
AI literacy is the bridge to that future.
“AI must empower, not marginalize, people with disabilities.”
- World Economic Forum
Facts Matter
Statistics that you should know about
Access Gap
Many disabled students still lack reliable internet or adaptive technology. Limited infrastructure and assistive access create barriers to equitable participation in digital learning.
Affordability Barrier
91% of disabled students cannot afford paid AI tools. Cost remains a major barrier to equitable participation in emerging technology.
Students Are Already Using AI
77% of disabled students use generative AI to support learning. Usage is widespread even without structured access, guidance, or affordability.
Rights & Regulation
Accessibility is reinforced globally through CRPD, Section 508, and the European Accessibility Act. International policy increasingly recognizes accessible technology as a civil and human right—raising expectations for inclusive AI.
Literacy Divide
Fewer than 5% of students with disabilities have access to AI literacy.
While AI adoption accelerates, formal education and training opportunities remain largely inaccessible.
Neurodiverse Representation
Many AI-using disabled students are neurodiverse or have learning differences.
AI is already functioning as an informal cognitive and learning support.
Rapid Market Growth
The AI in education market is growing rapidly this decade. Investment and innovation are scaling quickly—making early inclusion critical to prevent widening inequity.
Join the Movement
Join Our Coalition!
We are building a vibrant coalition that includes:
Disability Communities: Advocating for the diverse needs and voices of individuals with disabilities. Your experiences and insights are crucial in guiding our efforts.
Funders: Investing in initiatives that promote inclusivity and accessibility. Together, we can allocate resources to projects that make a real difference.
Educators: Shaping curricula that empower all learners, ensuring that educational environments are inclusive and accessible for everyone.
Technologists: Innovating to create accessible solutions and tools that enhance the lives of disabled individuals. Your expertise can help us build technologies that truly serve all users.
Help ensure disabled people don’t just adapt to AI—they shape it.
Let’s Connect! We’d love to hear from you! Please fill out the form below to share your thoughts, questions, or interest in collaborating. Together, we can make a significant impact.
OUR COALITION
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Able
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Making Space
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Tech Kids Unlimited
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Access Forge
