AccessTalks is a series of seminars organised by postdoctoral and predoctoral members of the TransMedia Catalonia research group. These online events bring together experts to discuss cutting-edge topics in media accessibility, fostering dialogue and knowledge exchange in the field.

AccessTalks takes place online via Zoom, making it accessible to participants worldwide. The seminars are held four times a year, each lasting between 1 and 1.5 hours, ensuring engaging and focused discussions on the latest research and trends.

What to Expect? Each session features leading researchers and professionals exploring the latest developments in media accessibility. Topics range from inclusive design to policy-making and user-centered research.

Who Can Join? AccessTalks is open to all (researchers, industry professionals, students, and anyone interested in accessibility and inclusion in media). Participation is free, but registration is required.

Upcoming Seminars

Seminar 2. To be announced

Past Seminars

Seminar 1. “AI and Accessibility: navigating the challenges, exploring the potential”

Explore how AI shapes digital accessibility—its challenges, risks, and potential to break barriers. Join us for this critical discussion!

When? Thursday, May 15. 13:00 – 14:30 CEST

Where? Zoom meeting (online)

Who? Open to all

AGENDA

  • 13:00 – 13:10: Welcome and Introduction, by Chiara Gunella [pdf]
  • 13:10 – 13:25: AI and facial recognition: biases and areas for improvement, by Zenon Lambrou [pdf]
  • 13:25 – 13:40: AI for easy language: can AI simplify information?, by Horacio Saggion [pdf]
  • 13:40 – 13:55: The impact of Artificial Intelligence on persons with disabilities, by Kave Noori [pdf]
  • 13:55 – 14:20: Mapping the landscape: language technologies and AI today, by Eleni Kamateri, Manuel Herranz and Pilar Orero [pdf]
  • 14:20 – 14:30: Q & A

This seminar is part of Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2025 and the Be A(I)ware campaign, organised by the ALFIE project. For more details, please visit the following website: https://webs.uab.cat/transmedia/gaad-2025/

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AccessTalks is an initiative led by TransMedia Catalonia, a research group at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona, dedicated to advancing accessibility in media and communication.

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