Celebrating 20 years of impact through software for social good initiatives 20 years ago, with some seed money from his last startup and a vision to change the world, Jim… read more →
As the year comes to a close, and US COVID-19 relief hangs in the balance, making sure people have access to critical social and human services is top of mind.… read more →
Benetech Partners with Saint Lucia Department of Sustainable Development and Department of Education to run UNESCO funded Bookshare pilot at Lady Gordon Opportunity Centre Lady Gordon Opportunity Centre students holding… read more →
Benetech showcases impact of software solutions that leverage AI and advanced techniques to achieve inclusive education, global literacy, justice, and equity What if we could harness and scale innovation in… read more →
Special education teacher Ben Griese uses Bookshare, assistive technology, and creativity to engage reluctant readers in rural Alaskan Native community In remote communities like New Stuyahok in southwest Alaska, population… read more →
Zainab gives a presentation on Bookshare to a group of school children. Zainab Chinikamwalla is the Head of Membership in Asia and Africa for Benetech’s Bookshare Initiative, the world’s largest… read more →
Three members of the Bookshare community share their advice as disability advocates on securing accommodations, getting accessible materials, and recruiting allies to succeed in the classroom and workplace Navigating high… read more →
The Challenge Rachel is a technology-loving, New York teenager who enjoys shopping and spending time with friends. An avid learner, she is working towards earning her high school diploma. Rachel… read more →
Benetech CEO, Betsy Beaumon, explores the challenges and opportunities in remote learning for inclusive education Technology is advancing into all aspects of life and it’s left many people behind. As… read more →
In the US, the COVID-19 pandemic, in addition to causing more than 200,000 deaths, has resulted in unemployment for over 16.3 million Americans. As a result, the demands on critical… read more →
