Verizon celebrated Global Accessibility Awareness Day by hosting a tech event at its new Accessibility Technology and Innovation Lab in Freehold. The event included a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new facility, which will continue to drive advancements in accessibility practices, technologies, and innovations.
The lab was five years in the making and is designed to be a safe space that welcomes employees, customers, advocacy groups, partners, and accessibility innovators. In his opening remarks, Fred Moltz emphasized the importance of creating a welcoming environment for all individuals and described the lab as an essential step towards making tech experiences more inclusive.
Participants at the event joined Verizon’s mission to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in the tech industry. The event showcased how Verizon Innovation Labs can benefit society by making technology more accessible to everyone. These efforts are aligned with Citizen Verizon, which is focused on economic, environmental, and social advancement.
Fred Moltz highlighted how this new facility will help promote innovation in accessibility practices and technologies that will benefit people with disabilities worldwide. He also noted that Verizon aims to create a more inclusive future for everyone by focusing on diverse perspectives and fostering an environment where innovation can thrive.
Craig Silliman also spoke at the event as an executive vice president and president of Verizon Global Services. He emphasized how important it is for companies like Verizon to take action towards making tech experiences more accessible to everyone. He also highlighted how this new lab will help push forward research and development efforts related to accessibility practices and technologies.
Overall, Verizon’s celebration of Global Accessibility Awareness Day showcased their commitment towards creating an inclusive world where technology benefits everyone equally.
