Promoting Information and Communication Accessibility: Perspectives and Initiatives from Leading Figures

Prof. Shahbaz Khan, director of UNESCO Regional Office for East Asia, emphasized the significance of universal access to information for building digital societies. He expressed hope that discussions at the seminar will inspire a more inclusive digital future. Zuo Feng, vice-chairman of the China Foundation for Human Rights Development, showcased China's efforts in advancing information accessibility and promoting social inclusiveness. Meanwhile, You Liang, vice president of the China Disabled Persons' Federation, emphasized the need for improving regulations, establishing a working mechanism for promoting information accessibility, increasing policy support, and strengthening international cooperation.

Prof. Liao Xiangzhong from Communication University of China highlighted the institution's research and practice achievements in information and communication accessibility, meeting the spiritual and cultural needs of persons with disabilities. The seminar also featured the presentation of the "Guangming Museum" project, an innovative combination of barrier-free perception and a digital museum model for visually impaired groups. The seminar, a collaboration between CUC and UNESCO, aims to build a platform for global information accessibility and human rights protection.

Prof. Shahbaz Khan, director of UNESCO Regional Office for East Asia, underscored the importance of universal access to information in building digital societies, and expressed hope that seminar discussions will inspire a more inclusive digital future. Zuo Feng, vice-chairman of the China Foundation for Human Rights Development, highlighted China's efforts in advancing information accessibility and promoting social inclusiveness. You Liang, vice president of the China Disabled Persons' Federation, emphasized the need to improve regulations, establish a working mechanism for promoting information accessibility, increase policy support, and strengthen international cooperation.

Prof. Liao Xiangzhong from Communication University of China emphasized the institution's research and practice achievements in information and communication accessibility, meeting the spiritual and cultural needs of persons with disabilities. The seminar also featured the presentation of the "Guangming Museum" project, an innovative combination of barrier-free perception and a digital museum model for visually impaired groups. The event, a collaboration between CUC and UNESCO, aims to create a platform for global information accessibility and human rights protection, with plans for future annual events.