Inclusive AI Isn’t New

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SummaryAI has helped people with disabilities for years, like reading text aloud or turning speech into words. But as AI grows, we must design it with care. Some tools are fun, but others—like ones that help cross the street—must be safe and clear. People need to know how AI works, when to trust it, and when to double-check. By making AI fair and easy to understand, we build tools that help everyone, not just a few.Artificial intelligence might feel like the hot new thing—but for folks working in accessibility, AI has been quietly powering essential tools for decades. Whether it’s reading a street sign out loud, helping someone navigate indoors, or turning spoken words into text, inclusive technology has always been one of the proving grounds for AI.That’s why this conversation—about AI, inclusion, and trust—isn’t just about what we can do. It’s about how we design for real people, especially those whose lives may depend on getting it right.The Quiet History of AI and Accessi…