Core Viewpoint - The 2025 Technology Accessibility Development Conference recognized outstanding cases in the field of accessibility, highlighting the importance of inclusive practices for special populations and the elderly in the economy [1][3]. Group 1: Company Initiatives - The "Silent Store" project by Bawang Chaji was launched in 2024, focusing on creating a fully accessible environment for hearing-impaired individuals [3]. - The first global "Silent Store" opened in January 2024 in Hangzhou, followed by expansions to cities like Guangzhou, Shanghai, Changsha, and Lanzhou [3]. - As of May 2025, Bawang Chaji has established over 10 Silent Stores in mainland China and opened its first Southeast Asian store in Singapore in June 2025 [3]. Group 2: Accessibility Features - Bawang Chaji's Silent Stores employ hearing-impaired individuals, referred to as "silent partners," who engage directly with customers [3]. - The company is also enhancing its online platforms, including WeChat and Alipay, to improve accessibility for disabled and elderly users, with upgrades such as enlarging button sizes and simplifying ordering processes [3]. - These online upgrades are expected to be completed within the year [3]. Group 3: Recognition and Awards - Bawang Chaji was the only new tea brand to receive the "2025 'Accessible' Information Accessibility Outstanding Case" award, recognizing its impact on the economy for special populations [1][3]. - Other recognized cases included accessibility improvements by Southern Airlines, Didi, JD.com, and Vivo [1].

Group 1 - The 2025 Technology Accessibility Development Conference (2025TADC) was held in Beijing, recognizing outstanding cases in the field of accessibility, including the "Bawang Chaji" project for its inclusive initiatives [1] - Bawang Chaji's "silent store" project aims to create inclusive employment opportunities for the hearing-impaired, with the first store opening in Hangzhou in January 2024 and expanding to multiple cities [2] - The company has opened over 10 silent stores in mainland China and plans to launch its first Southeast Asian silent store in Singapore [2] Group 2 - The conference coincided with the second anniversary of the "Barrier-Free Environment Construction Law" in China, which guides the development of accessible environments [3] - Bawang Chaji is setting a practical example in the new tea beverage industry by implementing both physical and virtual accessibility measures, such as sign language indicators and an upgraded online ordering system [3] - The company is enhancing its online platforms to improve accessibility for disabled and elderly users, with upgrades expected to be completed within the year [2][3]

Group 1 - The core message of the event was to promote accessibility through technology, emphasizing the importance of making audio content available to visually impaired users [4]. - Cloud Listening, as a partner in the HarmonyOS ecosystem, showcased its innovations aimed at serving visually impaired users, including the launch of accessibility features within HarmonyOS [3][4]. - The collaboration with the China Blind Culture and Information Service Center in 2022 led to the development of a "digital library" and "smart reading machine" to provide audio content for visually impaired users [3]. Group 2 - The event highlighted the seamless integration of Cloud Listening's services across multiple devices, allowing users to continue listening without interruption, thus expanding the service boundaries [3]. - The conference included discussions among various ecosystem partners and user representatives, contributing to the development of an inclusive accessibility ecosystem [3][4]. - The theme of the Huawei Developer Conference was "Technology with Love, HarmonyOS without Barriers," focusing on the continuous development of AI-driven accessibility features [4].

视障者如何从口述影像的“听众”变为“创作者”？资深信息无障碍专家王孟琦（先天失明）将分享他的亲身经历：从翻译国外作品到参与本土创作，再到培训志愿者。视障者的加入如何提升作品质量、推动行业标准？科技与人文如何结合？让我们一起探讨信息无障碍的深层意义——从“被服务”到“共创”，让世界更平等包容。 口述影像培训导师 资深信息无障碍专家 视障者 This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx ...