✨ Envisioning an Inclusive Tomorrow at Sahrudaya's IDPD Gathering
- Robin Tommy
- Mar 26
- 2 min read
Deeply touched by the special recognition from Sahrudaya, commemorating our recent Kerala Government Social Justice Award for Technology Innovation. Thank you Sahrudaya, Bishop Mar Thomas Chakiath, and Smt. Uma Thomas MLA for gracing the occasion and for your continued support of inclusive technology initiatives.
During my address, I emphasized a vision that's close to my heart: the critical need for adaptive technology interventions in what needs to be community led Special schools. The reality is stark - most children with disabilities struggle to meet even their basic needs on Maslow's hierarchy. This is despite our awareness of how adaptive technology can transform lives, offering not just tools, but pathways to dignity, independence, and meaningful societal participation.
Therefore I firmly believe we're at the cusp of what needs to be an ♿✊Inclusive Tech Revolution. This revolution is about fundamentally reshaping our understanding of disability and human potential. To achieve this, we need to architect an 🤝🔬♻Inclusive Innovation Ecosystem that seamlessly connects:
🏛 Government bodies: For policy support, funding, and implementation
👥 Community organizations: To ensure solutions address real needs and reaches those who need them the most
🎓 Academic Institutions: To drive research, innovation, and knowledge creation
🏢 Industry partners: To scale solutions and make them commercially viable
The impact of adaptive technology extends far beyond individual empowerment - it's about creating a society where every person has the opportunity to become an active, contributing member. When we provide the right technological support, we're not just helping individuals overcome challenges; we're unlocking vast reservoirs of human potential that enrich our entire community.
I invite all stakeholders to join this crucial revolution - let us be part of architecting this Inclusive Innovation Journey. Together, we can build an ecosystem where adaptive technology innovation becomes a continuous, collaborative process, making these life-changing interventions accessible to every person who needs them.
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