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Accessibility Solutions

In this episode, Linda Hunt and Idan Meir talk about:

• The inception of RightHear, Idan aimed at transforming public spaces into accessible environments for individuals with spatial orientation challenges, particularly the blind or visually impaired.
• The technological solution offered by RightHear involves a talking sign system utilizing a mobile app to provide audio descriptions of surroundings in various languages, enhancing independence and accessibility.
• The broader implications of RightHear's technology, not only improving accessibility but also contributing to better customer experiences and inclusivity in public spaces.
• The partnerships of RightHear and Accessibility Solutions, plans, opportunities, and proactive adoption of each other’s solutions to create positive experiences for all individuals, regardless of ability.

Idan Meir’s Bio:

Idan Meir is the Co-founder and CEO of RightHear, an innovative startup on a mission to turn public spaces into accessible environments for people with spatial orientation challenges, including people who are blind or visually impaired. Idan is originally from Israel but relocated with his family to Rockville, Maryland in 2021. Idan holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Business from The Open University of Israel. He loves building companies, running, and eating hummus.

Connect with Idan:

[e-mail]

www.right-hear.com

https://www.facebook.com/groups/RightHear

https://www.youtube.com/@RightHear

About the Host:

Linda Hunt Is an Award-Winning Accessibility Consultant, Speaker and Author. She is the CEO of Accessibility Solutions and an Advocate for all things related to accessibility.

Linda is the Treasurer of Citizens with Disabilities – Ontario, a member of the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Professional Network, and a Certified Community Champion on the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and its Optional Protocol.

Linda first became a person with a disability in 2004 since then she has been an active and engaging speaker to groups on a variety of accessibility topics.

In addition, Linda is a business owner. Along with her husband Greg, they have operated Grelin Apparel Graphics for over 30 years.

Connect with Us:

Website – www.solutions4accessibility.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibility-solutions/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/solutions4accessibility

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRBqblsq_vxrKbdvEp2IOWQ

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