1. International Telecommunication Union Geneva, 2 November 2009 Videophone: high-technology visual telecommunication device for VRS Fanny Corderoy du Tiers Founder/Manager - VIABLE France ITU-T Workshop "The impact of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities on the work of the ITU-T" Geneva, 2 November 2009

2. International Telecommunication Union ITU-T Workshop on Accessibility Geneva, 2 November 2009 2 1. Deaf and hard-of-hearing people and the world of communication a. Socio-cognitive process b. Visual strength Different ways of communication: Sign Language Cued Speech Lip-reading Writing Gestures

3. International Telecommunication Union ITU-T Workshop on Accessibility Geneva, 2 November 2009 3 2. Today’s communication between deaf / hard-of-hearing and hearing people a.Face-to-face interpreting services b.Remote interpreting services

4. International Telecommunication Union ITU-T Workshop on Accessibility Geneva, 2 November 2009 4 3. The videophone : why and how ? a. Basic visual needs : i. Video fluidity: higher perceptual comfort ii. Ergonomics: improved visual field iii. How to call AND be called ? iv. How to be kept informed ? b. Special features to meet these needs: i. Screen size ii. Video and screen features iii. F lashing lights iv. Videomail v. Ease of connectivity vi. Ease of mobility

5. International Telecommunication Union ITU-T Workshop on Accessibility Geneva, 2 November 2009 5 4. Building bridges between deaf and hard-of-hearing users and the public a. Two major assets : i.Enhancing quality of life in every area (social, cultural, professional, family, etc.) ii.Greater autonomy, self-sufficiency and self- esteem. b. This device can benefit other communities as well : i. VCO ii. HCO iii. Senior citizens

6. International Telecommunication Union ITU-T Workshop on Accessibility Geneva, 2 November 2009 6 5. Emergency Use a.Automatic calls b.Direct demonstration with emergency staff

7. International Telecommunication Union ITU-T Workshop on Accessibility Geneva, 2 November 2009 7 6.Our desires a. Achieve full and authentic equality b. Timeless and boundless communication: anywhere and anytime around the world

8. International Telecommunication Union ITU-T Workshop on Accessibility Geneva, 2 November 2009 8 ITU-T Workshop "The impact of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities on the work of the ITU-T" Geneva, 2 November 2009 Thank you for your interest. Fanny@viable.fr www.viable.fr