Webinar: How AI Is Transforming the Blindness Community

Join the Phoenix Mayor’s Commission on Disability Issues on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, from 12 - 1 p.m. for an insightful panel discussion on how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping accessibility and independence for people who are blind or visually impaired. A panel of experts—including assistive technology specialists, developers, and blind users—will break down how through innovative tools and applications, AI is breaking barriers in communication, navigation, education, and daily living.

We’ll explore:

• Smarter Navigation and Mobility
  AI-powered navigation apps and wearable devices now help users move safely and confidently. This technology enhances spatial awareness and reduces reliance on human assistance.
• Object and Text Recognition
  AI-driven apps can identify objects, read printed text aloud, and even recognize faces.
• Enhanced Communication
  Voice assistants and AI chatbots make digital communication more accessible.
• Education and Employment Opportunities
  AI is helping create inclusive learning environments and in the workplace.
• Future Possibilities
  Emerging AI research explores brain-computer interfaces and advanced sensory substitution, which could one day restore partial vision or provide new ways to perceive the environment. 

All attendees must register on Webex: 

https://cityofphoenix.webex.com/weblink/register/r592aa7549ae2d227173f05ba030933fb