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- M. Tech. in Automotive Engineering -Postgraduate
- Master of Physician Associate (M.PA) – (Medicine, Surgery) 2 Year -Postgraduate
The Global Report on Assistive Technology Report (2022) suggests that an estimated 3.5 million people will require AT by 2050 globally. WHO estimates that, globally, over 2.5 billion individuals require AT, yet 90% lack access, affecting their education, health, and quality of life. There are 30 million Indians with disabilities, as per the 2011 census.
This initiative supports UNESCO’s mission to foster inclusive societies by underscoring AT’s vital role in advancing equity and achieving SDG aligning with global initiatives like the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the WHO WHA 71.82 resolution. AT is critical for advancing inclusion, equity, human rights, universal health coverage, and multiple directly impacts UN SDGs, including 3 (Good Health and Well-being), 4 (Quality Education), 10 (Reduced Inequalities), and 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
More than economic or technological revolution, an inner revolution that makes us see others as ourselves is the need of the hour. We must strive to love and serve all.
Amma has always emphasized the need to care for and support children with disabilities (CwDs). CWDs are often marginalized and excluded from the mainstream education system. They face several barriers to gaining access to quality education highlighting the need for timely interventions and educational support and meet their needs. The Amrita Institute for Differently Abled (video) and the Amrita Speech and Hearing Improvement School (ASHISH) are two of Amma’s initiatives. Inspired by Amma’s vision of compassion-driven research, the UNESCO Chair draws upon the G20 New Delhi Leaders’ Declaration and deliberations from the Education and Digital Transformation Working Group, a part of the Civil 20 Engagement Group. The Chair is dedicated to advancing inclusive education with a focus on mitigating disparities caused by the digital divide through equitable access to educational resources and assistive technologies.
UNESCO-ATE’s objectives and activities align with UNESCO’s mandate and complement global efforts.
A solid body of research on assistive technology (AT) aims to bolster institutional and governmental support for inclusive education policies.
Seminars, conferences, and certificates aim to empower educators and stakeholders to integrate AT effectively, fostering a skilled community of practice.
Develop and facilitate the identification of low-cost AT innovations, including through competitions and linkage to PwD institutions and startups.
Promoting South-South and North-South cooperation with a focus on Africa through academic exchanges to disseminate knowledge through communication newsletters, networking platforms, and journals.
The Chair’s objectives align with India’s National Education Policy 2020 (NEP) to ensure equitable and inclusive education, use technology for equity and quality, professional development of educators, and foster partnerships with global institutions.
AI for Empowering Visual Abilities
Assistive Technologies for the Deaf community
AI-Enhanced Solutions for Neurodiversity
Assistive Innovation for Cognitive Impairment and Locomotory Skills
Assistive Technologies Transforming Speech Impairment
AI-Driven Solutions for Cognitive and Intellectual Differences
ChalaChitra Vaachana offers user-friendly web and mobile interfaces for generating intelligent audio descriptions.
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The Malayalam language, derived from both Sanskrit and Tamil, poses unique challenges to language learners since they are complex writing systems.
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham and ISLRTC Forge Strategic Alliance to Revolutionize Deaf Education through AI
India AI Impact Summit 2026 Pre-Summit Symposium Hosted at Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham
UNESCO Chair Hosts International Symposium on Exploring AI and Assistive Technologies for Inclusive Education
ISL OLabs Training Session at Amrita Speech & Hearing Improvement School
Amrita’s Innovative Assistive Technologies Presented at International Purple Fest Goa 2025
Driving Inclusion: Amrita UNESCO Chairholder Champions Assistive Technologies to support Inclusive Education
UNESCO Chairholder on Assistive Technologies in Education Leads Conversation on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Roundtable at ASB, Kochi
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Showcases Innovative Assistive Technologies at EMPOWER 25, IIT Delhi
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham and UNESCO Launch New Chair on Assistive Technologies in Education
UNESCO Chair on Assistive Technologies in Education Organizes Webinar on Advancing Indian Sign Language
Amrita CREATE and UNESCO Chair on Assistive Technologies in Education Team visits ASHISH
Amrita Professor Champions Inclusive Design at NIOS’s ‘Education Without Walls’ Meet
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham: Groundbreaking Technology Gives the Ability to Communicate through Eye Gestures
Amrita Showcases Assistive Technologies at First AI for Empowering Persons with Disabilities Conference
Amrita Team Presents at Assistive Technology Conference for Persons with Disabilities at IIM Ahmedabad
