Emmanuella Akinola & Access Tech

Emmanuella Akinola is a social entrepreneur and Disability Inclusion Professional. She co-founded the Accesstech Innovation and Research Centre, a Nigerian organization dedicated to bridging the digital divide for people with disabilities. Inspired by her visually impaired husband, she has witnessed firsthand how technology fosters independence and productivity, fueling her commitment to empowering blind individuals.

With the Giving Joy Grant, Emmanuella will train 20 blind and visually impaired young women in digital literacy using screen-reading and magnification software. Participants will gain essential skills in Microsoft productivity tools, enabling them to access education, secure jobs, and build businesses.

This grant will strengthen Accesstech’s mission while equipping visually impaired women with the confidence and skills to thrive. Directly impacting 20 women and indirectly benefiting at least 100 people, the initiative will create lasting change by expanding opportunities for women with disabilities in the digital world.