A consolidated view of all programmes, engagements, and activities conducted as part of ARC initiatives.
Feb 2025 Vision Empower, in collaboration with Xavier’s Resource Centre for the Visually Challenged (XRCVC), conducted a two-part virtual session on Assistive Technology (AT) solutions for visually impaired individuals. The session aimed to build internal capacity and awareness among Vision Empower staff, educators, and field personnel while equipping them with knowledge to make informed AT […]
Feb 21-23, 2025 IIM Ahmedabad organized the Conference on Technology for Disabled Persons (CTDP) 2025 from February 21 to 23, 2025, and invited paper submissions for presentation at the event. A practitioner’s paper titled “Connecting the Lines: A Practitioner’s Report on Using TouchéTech’s Tactile Geometry Construction Kit for Students with Visual Impairment” was co-authored by […]
Feb 22, 2025 The workshop focused on sensitizing engineering college students about accessibility and inclusion for the visually impaired. Participants engaged in discussions on VI awareness, the history of CGAs and VE, and practical methods to make resources accessible. Hands-on activities included creating accessible versions of Snakes and Ladders, card games, geometry kits, and science […]
Vision Empower Trust organized an awareness session on life skills training for the blind on 21st February 2025, facilitated by Sudha Srilkanth from Enable India. The 2-hour session focused on understanding emotions, managing negative emotions, and emotional awareness. Participants, including 24 direct beneficiaries and 21 teachers, gained insights into emotional well-being and practical strategies to […]
Feb 18, 2025 VE members conducted interactive science experiments and engaging activities for students from Siddlagatta. The session aimed to spark curiosity and enhance scientific understanding through hands-on learning. Various games were also organized to make the experience fun and educational.
The CF Visits & Student Engagement Session facilitated an interactive learning experience, fostering creativity and exploration among students. The session featured hands-on activities with storytelling, toys, and educational tools to enhance engagement. The visit emphasized experiential learning, collaboration, and curiosity-driven exploration.
February 10, 2025 Prof. Victoria Naomi led a session on low vision screening for the Vision Empower team, enhancing skills and building awareness on how to support individuals with low vision. The Session on Low Vision Assessment: Understanding and Support Strategies by Victoria Ma’am focused on evaluating and addressing challenges faced by individuals with low […]
March 17, 2025 An immersive Sensitization Session led by Neha Trivedi of Spandan focused on “Working with Persons with Blindness: Decoding Self for Enhancing Professional Impact.” The online session aimed to help VE team members better understand their own perspectives and enhance their professional impact when working in inclusion and accessibility. A total of 85 […]
Vision Empower Trust conducted a teacher training workshop at the Accessible Resource Centre (ARC), IIIT Bangalore from 30th January to 1st February 2025 to enhance STEM education accessibility for visually impaired students. The 2.5-day program included hands-on training in STEM experiments, tactile learning aids, assistive technology, and inclusive teaching methods. A total of 12 teachers […]
Sujatha from Vidyadhan SD Foundation visited ARC to explore Hexis, Iris, and other educational materials. The session included demonstrations of assistive learning tools. Opportunities for future mutual collaboration were discussed.
The visit showcased “Story in a Box” by Aparna Viswanatham, an interactive storytelling tool for digital learning. The demonstration highlighted its features, emphasizing technology-driven engagement in education. The discussion focused on its potential applications in immersive and creative learning environments.
