Mapping Wheelchair Accessibility | Eric Doversberg | Talks at Google

TL;DR

AXS Map is a project that aims to make the world a more inclusive and accessible place by allowing users to share and find information about accessible places on a map.

Transcript

Eric: Hi and I just want to say it's an honor today to bring AXS Lab, to Google and their featured project, Axis Map. And it's really about taking this idea of accessibility and going out into the world and how to we make this more inclusionary environment. And with that I actually want to give a quick introduction for each of our guests today. F... Read More

Key Insights

• 👯 One out of six people have a disability, and AXS Map aims to make the world more accessible for them.
• ❓ AXS Map is funded by prestigious organizations such as Google Earth, the Tides Foundation, and the Nathan Cummings Foundation.
• 🥳 The future of AXS Map includes populating the database with community input, encouraging businesses to become accessible, and engaging the community through storytelling and mapping days.

Questions & Answers

Q: What is the main goal of AXS Map?

The main goal of AXS Map is to make the world a more inclusive and accessible place by allowing users to share and find information about accessible places on a map.

Q: How can businesses become involved in AXS Map?

Businesses can become involved in AXS Map by promoting their accessibility and displaying window stickers to show that they are accessible. This can also serve as a form of market distinction for socially responsible businesses.

Q: How are mapping days organized?

Mapping days bring together volunteers who explore a neighborhood and input reviews on accessibility. Participants can also test drive a scooter to experience navigating the world with a disability.

Q: How can individuals lead their own mapping days?

AXS Map is a grassroots movement, and individuals can lead their own mapping days by reaching out to the team and coordinating the event in their community.

Summary & Key Takeaways

• AXS Map is a project founded by Jason DeSilva, who has primary progressive multiple sclerosis, to make the world more accessible for people with disabilities.

• The project combines data, maps, and storytelling to create a platform where users can find and review accessible places.

• The team is working to engage the community through mapping days, encouraging businesses to become accessible, and sharing stories.