Tech Access Initiative

Empowering Individuals with Disabilities to Shape the Future of Accessible Technology

What is the Tech Access Initiative?

The Tech Access Initiative is a community-driven program designed to ensure that people with disabilities have a voice in the development of tomorrow’s technologies. Our mission is simple: to bridge the gap between tech companies and users with disabilities, advocating for design that promotes independence, accessibility, and inclusion.

Our Core Focus: The Tech Access Group

The Tech Access Group (TAG) is the heart of our initiative—an engaged network of tech-savvy individuals with disabilities. Through partnerships with major tech companies, our members:

Test and Evaluate Products: Collaborating with developers to improve product accessibility.
Provide Feedback at Early Stages: Ensuring accessibility is prioritized during product design and development.
Advocate for Inclusive Innovation: Pushing tech companies to make accessibility a core part of their design philosophy.

The TAG network’s mission is to help shape products that will drive the future of assistive technology.

Why Join Tech Access?

By becoming part of Tech Access, you can:

Influence Major Tech Companies: Be at the forefront of conversations on accessibility with industry leaders.
Participate in Product Testing: Gain early access to devices, software, and services.
Network with Innovators: Connect with like-minded advocates, developers, and industry pioneers.
Shape Policy Discussions: Share your experiences to help influence accessibility standards and policies.

Featured Programs and Events

Tech Talks: Monthly webinars featuring discussions on assistive tech trends, challenges, and innovations.
Product Demos: Hands-on sessions with the latest accessible tech solutions.
StrongWheeled Together Conferences (SWTCon): Community-focused events showcasing accessible travel solutions, new product launches, and more.