AI for Inclusion: $100,000 Grant for Transformative Sign Language & Accessibility Solutions!

Applications Invited for AI-Powered Inclusive Communication Challenge

???? Organization: Qatar Research, Development and Innovation (QRDI)
???? Apply By: April 14, 2025
???? Grant Amount: $100,000

About the Organization

Qatar Research, Development and Innovation (QRDI) Council was established in 2018 to drive Qatar’s research, development, and innovation (RDI) agenda.

• In 2019, the Council developed the Qatar Research, Development, and Innovation Strategy 2030.
• QRDI brings together government, industry, and academia to advance innovation.

About the Grant

???? Objective:
Effective communication between the Deaf community and hearing individuals remains a challenge. Existing solutions are outdated and lack nuanced sign language interpretation.

This initiative seeks to develop an AI-powered translation system using Large Language Models (LLMs) to enhance accessibility for sign language users and individuals with communication difficulties.

???? Expected Features:
✔ Real-time captioning
✔ Speech-to-text & text-to-speech
✔ Voice modulation for accessibility
✔ Expert UI for refining translations
✔ API for seamless platform integration

???? Why Participate?
✅ Contribute to a global cause by enhancing accessibility
✅ Showcase AI expertise in language processing & accessibility innovation
✅ Collaborate with experts to build a scalable solution

Challenge Statement

???? How can we develop an AI-powered accessibility solution for sign language and individuals with communication difficulties?

MADA Center seeks solution providers to develop an AI-driven machine translation system for sign language and individuals with disabilities, powered by LLMs and AI tools.

???? Key Innovations:

• Cutting-edge Machine Translation system
• AI-driven accessibility tools
• Seamless integration with communication devices

Opportunities & Incentives

???? Funding: Up to $100,000 in awards
???? Access to datasets & API for government websites
☁️ Mentorship & Cloud Support (Microsoft Azure)
???? Expert advice on AI and accessibility

How to Apply?

???? Deadline: April 14, 2025
???? More Info: QRDI Challenge Link

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???? Let’s break communication barriers and set a new standard for accessibility!