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April 12, 2017

Rhea Guntalilib: ‘Despite being unable to see, programming allows me to do – and create – many things independently’

March 31, 2017

Latest advances in accessibility include Project Torino, updates to OneNote and new Copilot for Xbox One

January 24, 2014

Microsoft releases global survey revealing widespread belief in developing and developed nations that personal technology is transforming lives for the better

Findings: technology strongly impacts business innovation including starting new businesses; developing countries believe strongly that personal tech spurs job opportunities and eliminates harmful economic gaps, boosts education.

December 17, 2013

Microsoft to help launch new association for accessibility professionals

The International Association of Accessibility Professionals, which wants to transform accessibility into a globally recognized profession, will launch in March, reports Rob Sinclair, Microsoft’s chief accessibility officer.

October 11, 2013

Internet Explorer 11 makes Web browsing easier for the blind and visually impaired

Good news for blind and visually impaired users who rely on screen readers, such as Windows Narrator: editing and input improvements with Internet Explorer 11 makes Web browsing easier.

August 11, 2013

Microsoft introduces the 4Afrika Scholarship program

Part of the 4Afrika Initiative, the program will offer mentorship, training, university-level education and employment opportunities to aspiring African youth.

March 20, 2013

Microsoft Unveils Strategic Cooperation With iHub and m:lab to Accelerate Innovation in East Africa

Collaboration designed to further the goals of the Microsoft 4Afrika Initiative to fuel African innovation.

January 2, 2013

Microsoft’s Voice of Accessibility

July 9, 2012

Technology ‘Saved My Life’: Making Life Better for Boomers, Seniors

From improving fitness and aging in place to ending isolation and engaging more easily with family and friends, technology solutions help baby boomers and seniors successfully address many of the issues associated with aging.

December 8, 2011

School for the Blind Bridges Distances With Microsoft Lync

Microsoft Lync is helping students at the Washington State School for the Blind learn algebra and software programming remotely.