Speaker Profile

As a young social activist, Shreya Rajeevan volunteered at local orphanages. Shocked by how communication barriers left children unable to express basic needs, she was moved to find a way to help children communicate independently. Now a pediatric speech pathologist, researcher, and mentor, Shreya specialises in augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), and learning disabilities, with her clients. Her fascination with technology led her to a unique perspective of using artificial intelligence for non-speaking children. She aims to research and advocate for affordable AI tools, expanding communication access for children from low-income households.