Apply || Microsoft AI for Accessibility Program Support for Developers (2022/2023)
Apply || Microsoft AI for Accessibility Program Support for Developers (2022/2023)
2023/24 Application is currently ongoing for Microsoft AI for Accessibility Program Support for Developers || Funded For Eligible candidates (2023)
ABOUT || Microsoft AI for Accessibility Program Support for Developers (2023)
Microsoft is giving the following two themes its top priority in this request for proposals for scalable solutions. Microsoft may also take into account applications that deal with other assistive technology access-related issues that aren’t necessarily covered here.
Theme 1: Locally relevant innovation
Applicants are encouraged to consider the following while working on this theme
- How can we create cost-effective, functional, and user-friendly devices and software that specifically account for the unique needs and circumstances of people with disabilities in a region?
- How can we reduce the price of existing assistive technology? This could include hardware optimization, software optimization or other aspects in the supply chain.
- How can we expand access to current well-established products through localization, better onboarding support, or UI/UX design customizations to make it simpler for everyone to use?
- How can we empower local organizations, non-profits, and people with disabilities to manufacture low-cost assistive technologies using a repository of open-source designs and specifications and training content?
Theme 2: Distribution and support
Applicants are encouraged to consider the following while working on this theme
- How can we develop a tech-powered system that can help people with disabilities find the most relevant assistive technology that accounts for their past experience with technology and personal circumstances? How can we facilitate a “try before you buy” model where users can try products for a while before purchasing them? How can technology enable it to scale?
- How can people with disabilities connect with entrepreneurs, innovators, or assistive technology providers in general to provide them with feedback and test and purchase products, thereby accelerating the innovation ecosystem? Similarly, how can we promote a community of AT users, professionals and experts that can help with onboarding, set-up, and questions around product use?
- How can existing distribution schemes and programs be improved and expanded using technology? How can data flow back to governments and international organizations to further improve and inform policies?
- How can we address the challenges associated with maintenance, upgrades, and distribution given the fragmented disability community and lack of awareness both within the community and mainstream vendors? What role can technology play in doing so?
SCHOLARSHIP SUMMARY || Microsoft AI for Accessibility Program Support for Developers (2023)
Sponsor(s): Microsoft
Scholarship Type: Funded
Scholarship Worth: See Scholarship benefits (below)
Nationality: All Nationalities
Microsoft AI for Accessibility Program Support for Developers (2022/2023)
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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA || Microsoft AI for Accessibility Program Support for Developers (2023)
To be considered for the University of La Verne Scholarships for Undergraduates Students 2023, interested applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Be a developer, NGO, academics, researcher, and inventors
- Have an Innovation with the uniqueness of the outcome or approach
- Have a project that’s achievable within 12 months
You can connect with someone in your community who can support you and work with you on an application if you are concerned that you do not meet all of the requirements.
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SCHOLARSHIP BENEFIT || Microsoft AI for Accessibility Program Support for Developers (2023)
- The Program lasts over a 12-month period
- Applicants will receive support to accelerate and drive impact for your AI for Accessibility grant project
- Grants that cover costs related to collecting or labelling data, developing models, or other engineering-related work
- Azure compute credits worth $10,000, $15,000, or $20,000 as well as Azure developer support and resources.
- Designated mentor based on your grant topic to help unlock the potential of your project
Required Documents
To apply, candidates must be ready to submit the following documents;
- Application Form (to be completed online)
- Project Proposal
APPLICATION PROCEDURE || Microsoft AI for Accessibility Program Support for Developers (2023)
HOW TO APPLY
Selected projects will be invited to pitch ideas to a selection committee who will score projects on the following criteria:
- Innovation: the uniqueness of the outcome or approach
- Impact: the expected value and potential impact
- Approach: feasibility and capability to complete the project in 12 months
- Diversity: diversity of the research team and/or target audience along with a clear plan to reach the target audience
- Community: evidence of disability community support and involvement
- Sustainability: evidence of ability to sustain the project post-Microsoft funding/ partnership
- Budget: allocation of funds to maximize impact
- Cost: the cost of the solution to the end user
APPLICATION DEADLINE || 4th NOVEMBER, 2022
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE VISIT THE OFFICIAL WEBSITE FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP
CLICK HERE TO APPLY
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