Family, Technology, and Inclusion: How a Tunisian Online Accelerator is Empowering Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Talent with Sonia and Nour Nasfi
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Episode 157, with Sonia Kherigi Nasfi and Nour El Imane Nasfi Founders of Deaf Square, which is an online career accelerator dedicated to bridging the gap between talented individuals who are hard of hearing and forward-thinking employers.
They help hard of hearing people access high-quality education in the tech field, and job opportunities in leading industries. Their platform also supports employers by connecting them with skilled professionals with disabilities. Using an AI-powered solution, Deaf Square offers adaptive learning experiences and a virtual trainer designed to help users master sign language, ensuring a truly inclusive and impactful approach.
Sonia recently achieved a significant milestone by winning the Northern Africa Startup Awards in the Women in Tech category, a well-deserved recognition of the dedication, innovation, and perseverance that have shaped Deaf Square's journey.
What We Discuss With Sonia and Nour
The unique dynamics and experiences of running a company as a mother-daughter team.The major barriers hard of hearing individuals face in accessing tech education and how they can be addressed.Practical advice for employers on creating a more inclusive hiring process for hard-of-hearing and disabled individuals.The role of AI in enhancing Deaf Square’s training programs and its impact on accessibility and learning outcomes.Unique insights from African startup culture that have influenced and shaped Deaf Square’s offerings.Did you miss my previous episode where I discuss Women, Wealth, and Impact: How Africa’s Largest Gender Lens Fund Directs Capital? Make sure to check it out!
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