Kuwait Council for People with Disabilities Discusses with National Bank Implementation of Smart Project to Facilitate Communication with the Hearing Impaired

Nada Abu Nasr: Dr. Dalal Al-Othaiman, Director General of the Public Authority for People with Disabilities, held discussions with a delegation from National Bank of Kuwait regarding the implementation of a technological project aimed at enhancing communication accessibility for persons with hearing disabilities, with support from the bank.

In a press statement, the Authority said the meeting reviewed a smart device project that relies on Avatar technology and artificial intelligence to facilitate communication between customers and staff using sign language. It added that the meeting also discussed providing the devices at the Authority’s headquarters and at several branches of the National Bank, thereby contributing to improving the quality of services provided to persons with hearing disabilities and facilitating their access to these services.

The Authority noted that both sides discussed the cooperation mechanism to support the project’s implementation and leverage modern technologies to enhance inclusive access and elevate the quality of services provided to persons with disabilities.

On another front, the Public Authority for People with Disabilities hosted a coordination meeting with the University of Kuwait to explore ways to strengthen cooperation and develop initiatives supporting persons with disabilities in academic and training fields.

The Authority stated in a statement that the meeting, chaired by Director General Dr. Dalal Al-Othaiman and attended by sector deputies and a university delegation, addressed ways to prepare the university environment for students with disabilities, thereby enhancing their integration and enabling them to continue their educational journey in a suitable learning environment. It added that the participants discussed developing curricula for disability-related disciplines to align with the needs of persons with disabilities and enhance the preparation of specialized national cadres in accordance with best practices.

The Authority noted that the meeting also reviewed a study on providing appropriate materials and communication tools for persons with disabilities, which would facilitate their access to services and information and enhance effective communication with them.

The Authority emphasized its continued coordination with the University of Kuwait to implement joint initiatives that contribute to developing services for persons with disabilities and enhancing their integration and empowerment across various fields.