AI and Accessibility

A new City Bar report ( from the Presidential Task Force on Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technology highlights the harmful effects of artificial intelligence (AI) on people with disabilities, and the harm likely to occur for them in the future. The Task Force’s Subcommittee on the Impact of Artificial Intelligence on People with Disabilities and Underserved Communities continues the conversation in this podcast episode featuring attorneys, researchers, and technology leaders. They talk about the current challenges and opportunities AI presents for people with disabilities, emphasizing the importance of inclusive design and representation. Want to be part of the discussion? Register for the City Bar’s Artificial Intelligence Institute on June 16 (available on-demand thereafter): Visit nycbar.org/events to find all of the most up-to-date information about our upcoming CLE programs and events as well as on-demand CLE content. 03:06 Overview of AI's Impact on Disabilities 04:44 Building a Disability Inclusive AI Ecosystem 09:08 Generative AI and Representational Harms 15:54 AI in Digital Accessibility: Test Party's Mission 19:39 Challenges and Legal Perspectives on AI and Disabilities 35:26 Inclusive Design and Evaluation in AI 44:54 Final Thoughts and Future Directions

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AI and Accessibility is an episode from New York City Bar Association Podcasts -NYC Bar by New York City Bar Association.

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This episode was published on Jun 13, 2025.

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