Pathways to Zero Barriers

Brief Summary – Scaling Inclusion: Turning Promises into Practices – #ZeroCon25 Special This special episode is a recording of a fireside chat recorded during the Zero Project Conference 2025. Innovation in inclusion isn’t just about policies—it’s about transforming real-world practices. Join Michael Fembek, the CEO of Zero Project and Anthony Giannoumis of Inclusive Creation in this Fireside Chat...

Brief Summary – How to Create Your Perfect Pitch – #ZeroCon25 Special Pitching isn’t just about presenting an idea—it’s about capturing attention, building connections, and making a lasting impact. In this special episode of  Pathways to Zero Barriers , recorded in Vienna during #ZeroCon25, Anthony shares key insights from the 2-Day Pitch Training Bootcamp. This episode covers essential strategies...

Brief Summary  In this episode, host Anthony explores the financial strategies that drive AI-powered accessibility solutions, focusing on how innovative funding approaches can scale impact while maintaining affordability. He is joined by Paweł Potakowski, Chief Commercial Officer at MIGAM, and Rafiul Alam, Chief Business Officer at Genweb2 Limited. Paweł shares how MIGAM evolved from a small start...

Brief Summary  In this episode, host Anthony Giannoumis explores the power of media-driven storytelling in challenging stigmas and driving social change. He is joined by Debora Maboya, Head of Operations and Programs at Tai Tanzania, and Bernard Chiira, Founder & CEO of AT4D (Assistive Technologies for Disability). Debora shares how Tai Tanzania creates culturally relevant animated content tha...

Brief Summary In this episode of Pathways to Zero Barriers, host Anthony explores the transformative potential of partnerships in scaling inclusive technologies and solutions. Esteban Rojas Munoz, Chief Operating Officer of Humanos 3D from Colombia, and Maria Ignacia Rodriguez, Head of Public and International Affairs at Fundación Descúbreme, share their experience with creating alliances that dri...

Brief Summary In this special New Year’s recap episode of Pathways to Zero Barriers, we revisit the first three episodes to distill key lessons on scaling inclusive solutions. Join us as we explore themes like building strong ecosystems, balancing growth with sustainability, and adapting strategies to local contexts. Hear inspiring insights from DISQ, Happybots, and Incluyeme, and stay tuned for m...

Brief Summary This episode focuses on the complexities of scaling inclusive solutions across diverse regions, exploring strategies to navigate economic, cultural, and regulatory challenges. It emphasizes the importance of tailoring programmes to local demands, building strong partnerships, and addressing intersectional barriers, such as those faced by migrants with disabilities. Gabriela Garciadie...

Brief Summary This episode dives into the critical topic of securing funding to scale innovations, with practical lessons from the field of assistive robotics. How can startups assess the required level of investment? What are the key challenges in securing funding? And how can they align initial costs with long-term sustainability goals? Rob van de Ven, Co-Founder of Happybots, shares his journey...

Brief Summary In this debut episode of  Pathways to Zero Barriers , we dive into the crucial groundwork required for scaling disability inclusion solutions across borders.  DISQ , a social innovation incubator focused on assistive technology start-ups, shares their approach to transferring their incubation model to new regions. We discuss the importance of infrastructure, building strong partnersh...

Welcome to  Pathways to Zero Barriers , the official podcast of the Zero Project Scaling Solutions Programme. In this teaser episode, Judith Hermetter, Head of Communications at Zero Project, introduces the vision behind the podcast: a world free from barriers for persons with disabilities. Learn how the Scaling Fellows, along with advisors and partners, are working together to expand innovative s...