Sayomdeb (Den)

Associate Director- International Project

EnAble India

India

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My organisation

EnAble India has been working towards economic empowerment and dignity for people with disabilities since 1999. Focusing on ‘A life of dignity for persons with disability’ EnAble India has worked with more than 500,000 stakeholders across 21 disabilities as recognized by the Government of India and more. In this journey, it has been realized that innovation in the disability sector is one of the aspects which helps the ecosystem to develop for larger economic growth. Keeping the person and the problem at the core, EnAble India emphasizes finding solutions to empower Persons with disabilities.
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About me

As a visionary leader and Global Strategist in the disability and accessibility space, I drive large-scale international collaborations and innovative technology initiatives for EnAble India. My expertise lies at the intersection of global policy, innovation, and technology: International Leadership: I manage key projects like the Disabilities Innovative Solutions Hub (DISH) and lead program design for high-profile global events, including the UN COSP Program in New York. Tech for Good: I manage high-impact accessibility collaborations with major partners like Google (e.g., GPay accessibility, Lookout app) and serve as an Ambassador and Board Member for Equitable AI with the Zero Project, ensuring persons with disabilities are integrated into global AI discussions. Ecosystem Building: I actively mentor start-ups, scale assistive solutions globally, and champion grassroots innovation through programs like the Discovery Awards. Advocacy & Policy: My foundation is built on deep policy work, including contributing to the drafting of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPWD) Act. I am committed to fostering an inclusive world through strategic partnerships and accessible technology, leveraging over 15 years of experience in the sector.

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Grassroots & AI

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Areas of Activity

Employment

Supported EmploymentVocational TrainingMatchmakingInclusive Arts

ICT (Information and Communication Technologies)

Artificial Intelligence / Machine Learning / Big Data SolutionsCommunity and Knowledge PlatformMobile Services and Smartphone Apps

Other Areas of Activity

Independent Living and Political ParticipationAccessibility

At #ZeroCon25, I am looking for...

ConsultingIncrease expertise in accessibility and inclusionLicensing PartnershipsNetworkingProject Cooperations

At #ZeroCon25, I am offering...

Increase expertise in accessibility and inclusionInvitations to international conferencesNetworkingProject CooperationsConsulting

Speaker sessions (4)

Thursday, 6 March 2025

16:00 - 17:00

Global Disability Conferences in 2025: Call to Action

Location:M2
  • English captions | International Sign
  • Graphic facilitation

Join this session featuring more than ten organizers of international disability-related conferences in 2025. Explore their meeting spaces and discuss opportunities to collaborate and engage with all of these global disability conferences.

Friday, 7 March 2025

10:00 - 11:00

How to build AI that works for your organization

Location:M1
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • English captions | International Sign

This forum goes beyond the hype around artificial intelligence (AI) and shows how DPOs, service providers, NGOs, and small organizations can develop AI tools for disability inclusion.

14:00 - 14:40

Discovery Awards 2025: Handover Ceremony

Location:M2
  • English captions | International Sign

Join us in celebrating the Discovery Awardees 2025 - grassroot innovations created by and for persons with disabilities. The Discovery Awards are global and recognize, as well as share practical and simple life hacks across the disability community.

15:00 - 16:00

Closing Ceremony and the New Zero Project Ambassador Unveiling

Location:M1
  • English captions | International Sign

All good things must come to an end. Join us for a recap of three energetic and engaging days of #ZeroCon25. The new Zero Project Ambassadors will also be announced on this occasion.

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