Vision Empower recently launched The Inclusion Dialogue, a series that brings together voices across accessibility and inclusion to share perspectives and learn from organisations, practitioners and diverse stakeholders. The first session, “From Classrooms to Campuses to Communities,” explored inclusion as a journey—from school education to higher education, and into communities....
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Vision Empower commemorates World Water Day 2026, embracing this year’s theme — Water and Gender — a powerful reminder of the deep connections between water access, gender equality, and dignity. Observed annually, World Water Day brings attention to critical global water issues. This year’s theme highlights how water access is...
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The Vision Empower (VE) team was at The Microsoft Asia CELA embassy AI4 Good retreat, at Bangkok, Thailand. VE presented its work highlighting the vision of integrating AI solutions in our programs, workflows, and Assistive Technologies. VE presented the latest Agentic AI integrations to Lisa Monaco and Mike Yeh, and...
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The 15th edition of the Wipro Earthian Awards (2025–2026) was held at Azim Premji University, Bengaluru, from 28–31 January 2026, bringing together 25 outstanding schools from across India committed to sustainability education. Selected from over 2,000 submissions, the winning teams were recognised for innovative projects on biodiversity, water, and waste....
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Donyi Polo Mission School for the Hearing and Visually Impaired, Arunachal Pradesh Ramakrishna Mission Blind Boys’ Academy Lighthouse for the Blind, Kolkata Nabadwip A.P.C. Blind School, Nadia, West Bengal Victoria Memorial School for the Blind, Mumbai School for the Blind, Cuttack Karnataka Navachetana Blind School, Kunigal Sri Aurobindo Institute for...
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VE inaugurated a fully accessible science laboratory for students with visual impairment at a school in Malkangiri, Odisha on 22nd January. The lab was inaugurated by the Hon’ble SSEPD Minister, Shri Nityanand Gond. This initiative aims to promote inclusive education by providing students with disabilities equal opportunities for hands-on learning...
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VE celebrated World Braille Day across various schools by learning about the day’s origins through Hexis, quizzes, etc. Here’s a glimpse of it. Subodh Kumar Mishra Memorial Blind School, Malda Image above: Students at Subodh Kumar Mishra Memorial Blind School, Malda, observe World Braille Day by engaging in Braille learning...
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National Mathematics Day was celebrated with enthusiasm and inclusivity across VE initiatives on 22nd December. At Victoria Memorial School for the Blind Mumbai, nearly 70 students from all grades along with learners from the Victoria Learning Centre engaged in puzzles, number magic and hands on activities that made mathematics meaningful...
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Assistive Technologies (ATs) are powerful enablers, and Vision Empower continues to collaborate with technology, research, content, and CSR partners to expand access to meaningful AT solutions. In March 2025, an exclusive horizontal team was formed under the Microsoft CSR and IIIT-B partnership to strengthen L1 support, preventive maintenance, device repair, and...
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Vision Empower was honoured to participate in Cognizant Foundation’s 20th Anniversary celebration in Pune, showcasing accessible learning devices and tactile STEM models. With 179 visitors engaging at the stall, the response reaffirmed the importance of inclusive education and strengthened VE’s commitment to creating spaces where accessibility leads to independence.
Vision Empower hosted Vision 30, a three day immersive learning experience for bright young learners with visual impairment from all across India, along with their educators, caregivers, supported by corporate funders of VE. Students introspected on and explored their identities, diversity in the environment and the role of technology in...
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On 17th December 2025, Vision Empower inaugurated the Digital Inclusion Centre at The Victoria Memorial School for the Blind, Mumbai, with support from LTI Mindtree Foundation and Ennoble Social Innovation Foundation. Distinguished guests included Archana Sahay, Apurva Purohit, Komal Machinder, Vidhya Y, Sylvia Veeraragvahan, and Chirag Bhandari. Students demonstrated STEM and math...
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Vision Empower conducted a one-day Pre-Service Pragya Teacher Training for 90 second-year B.Ed. students at St. Ignatius College of Education (Autonomous), Palayamkottai. The program focused on visual impairment awareness, inclusive STEM strategies, and hands-on Math and Science activities. Participants explored Hexis, Iris, and Subodha LMS, with logins created for continued learning. This...
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The SSEPD Department hosted a three-day event at SOA University, Bhubaneswar, to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, inaugurated by SSEPD Minister Shri Nityananda Gond. Vision Empower participated in the event with a dedicated stall showcasing STEM learning materials, Computational Thinking resources, and Assistive Technology tools designed for students with...
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On World Disability Day, December 3, 2025, Vision Empower, with support from Cognizant Foundation India, inaugurated Kerala’s first Accessible Experience Zone at the Aluva School for the Blind. Designed as a multi-functional learning space, the Experience Zone enables students to explore science, mathematics, computational thinking, and digital literacy through tactile, auditory, and...
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On 2nd December 2025, Vision Empower inaugurated Kerala’s first Accessible Science Lab at Rahmaniya School for the Handicapped, Calicut, with support from Cognizant Foundation India under the STEAM4ALL Project. The inauguration was attended by Ms. Asthaa Sarma, Senior Associate – Education; Manager Azeez; Headmistress Kamuru Laila; school dignitaries; Vision Empower coordinators; parents;...
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From October to November 2025, Microsoft employees partnered with Vision Empower as part of Microsoft GIVE Month, contributing time, skills, and creativity toward inclusive STEM education. Volunteer Contributions Offline Volunteering: 189 tactile STEM diagrams created and quality-checked for school distribution.Online Volunteering: 218 accessible content pieces developed, including tactile descriptions and...
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Vision Empower conducted a meaningful two-day outreach program in Arunachal Pradesh, strengthening efforts in inclusive education, digital learning, and assistive technology integration for teachers and students with visual impairments. The visit was organised in close collaboration with the Department of Social Justice, Empowerment & Tribal Affairs (SJETA) and marked an important step...
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