Innosearch AI and the National Federation of the Blind have formed a strategic partnership to make online shopping and digital services more accessible for blind and low-vision users. Plans include co-developed platform enhancements, user training, a checkout round-up donation feature, and a $10 welcome credit.
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May 15, 2024, 6:00 AM GMT
Mountain View, CA — May 15, 2024 — AT-Newswire.com / TopTechTidbits.com — The National Federation of the Blind (NFB), the transformative membership and advocacy organization of blind people, is proud to announce a formal partnership with Innosearch AI, an innovative AI-powered accessibility and shopping platform.
“We are thrilled to join forces with the NFB, an organization with a long-standing legacy of advocacy and empowerment. Our shared commitment to independence, innovation, and access for all makes this partnership a natural fit.”
This groundbreaking collaboration aims to transform the digital experience for blind and low-vision users by combining Innosearch’s cutting-edge technology with the NFB’s deep expertise in advocacy and community empowerment. Together, Innosearch AI and the NFB are committed to building a more accessible internet — where shopping, travel, and digital services are designed with everyone in mind.
“We are thrilled to join forces with the NFB, an organization with a long-standing legacy of advocacy and empowerment,” said Patrick Long, CEO and Co-founder of Innosearch AI. “Our shared commitment to independence, innovation, and access for all makes this partnership a natural fit.”
The strategic partnership will develop meaningful, community-driven initiatives that make digital services more accessible and helpful for blind and low-vision users.
The National Federation of the Blind has always been at the forefront of ensuring that blind people are on the cutting edge of new tools for accessing information, and this is especially crucial in digital shopping spaces. We’re not just waiting for solutions — we’re helping shape them. Through our collective experience and expertise, we provide valuable insights about what works and what doesn’t for blind consumers.” said Mark A. Riccobono, President of the National Federation of the Blind. “This partnership with Innosearch AI demonstrates that the collaborative approach into new, high-impact areas of technology and commerce can truly meet the needs of blind consumers and the broader market.”
Making a Great Impact, Together
Innosearch AI and the National Federation of the Blind will work together to establish the following:
- “Round-up to Donate” Feature: Innosearch AI will implement a “round-up” donation feature at checkout, allowing shoppers to round their purchases to the nearest dollar, with the change going directly to the NFB. This small action will generate recurring support for critical programs and advocacy efforts.
- Welcome Credit for New Users: The partnership includes a $10 welcome credit for new Innosearch users who sign up via a unique referral link. This incentive promotes digital inclusion and encourages users to explore the growing suite of services offered through the Innosearch platform.
- Shaping the Platform’s Development: The NFB will engage in quarterly strategy sessions with Innosearch leadership to share feedback, guide accessibility improvements, and identify future collaboration opportunities. Real users will help shape the platform’s development, so it continues to serve the community’s evolving needs.
- Promoting to the Nation’s Blind: The NFB will promote Innosearch AI throughout our national networks and channels such as digital communications, physical publications, and events, ensuring that the Nation’s blind are informed and empowered to benefit from this next-generation platform.
- Advancing Digital Accessibility and Features: The two organizations will collaborate on training, outreach, and service programs to empower users with the tools they need to navigate the online world independently. This includes joint workshops on how to use Innosearch’s accessible features with popular screen readers and magnification software, as well as continued exploration of ways to embed Innosearch’s services into the NFB’s outreach and support work.
The National Federation of the Blind and Innosearch AI are excited to promote and improve digital literacy. Together, we transform dreams into reality.
About Innosearch AI
Launched in March 2024, Innosearch is a fully accessible AI-powered platform built specifically for blind and low-vision users, offering seamless access to digital services like online shopping, flight booking, and soon, grocery and food delivery. With over one billion products in its catalog and support for the U.S., U.K., Australia, and Canada, Innosearch is redefining accessibility in the digital age.
The platform leverages cutting-edge generative AI models and automation, augmented by a human-led customer service layer, to provide a frictionless experience that bridges the gap between users and businesses.
To learn more, please visit https://innosearch.ai or follow us on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, Mastodon, YouTube, and TikTok.
About The National Federation of the Blind
The National Federation of the Blind, headquartered in Baltimore, advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Founded in 1940, the NFB is the transformative membership and advocacy organization of blind people with affiliates, chapters, and divisions in the fifty states, Washington DC, and Puerto Rico. We believe in the hopes and dreams of blind people and work together to transform them into reality.
Learn more about the organized blind movement at https://nfb.org. Follow us on Facebook, Mastodon, LinkedIn, YouTube.