Overview
Despite remarkable technological advancements, a significant part of the disability community in India remains marginalized in terms of access to information and employment opportunities. Current statistics reveal that a staggering 70% of this community is unemployed, contributing to an annual loss of nearly $112 billion to the Indian economy. The root of this problem lies in severe lack of awareness and the inaccessibility of digital content. This not only hinders educational and professional growth but also limits awareness and lowers expectations among the community members.
The NClude initiative
Understanding the urgent need for accessible digital content, the NClude service harnesses the power of large language models (LLMs) to convert inaccessible content into accessible formats, and provide tailored information and career guidance to people with disabilities in India in their local language. The project leverages AI technology to deliver accessible content, career recommendations, job listing, upskilling content, and civic information through user-friendly platforms like WhatsApp and IVR phone calls. Our goal is to unlock new opportunities for the community.
Features
- Accessibility conversion services that help convert inaccessible documents and audio/video into accessible formats
- A career discovery bot that suggests career paths and educational opportunities based on individual preferences and skills
- Job listing included recommended jobs based on user's profile
- A library of accessible content
- A chatbot grounded in information around disability, accessibility, assistive technologies, government benefits and schemes and other aspects
These features not only foster independence but also encourage the pursuit of education and careers, aligning with the needs and aspirations of the users.