CNIB NextGen 360° Empowerment Platform
Transforming from Life-Support to Life-Empowerment Through AI-Powered Human Potential Development
Revolutionary transformation for blind and partially sighted youth ages 6-21, integrating LIVE, PLAY, WORK, and LEARN initiatives into a seamless, Navigator-led empowerment experience.
The NextGen 360° Revolution
Current State
- Fragmented services across LIVE, PLAY, WORK, LEARN
- Multiple service providers creating confusion
- Short-term, activity-based support
- Limited family involvement
- Reactive rather than predictive approach
Future State
- Unified Navigator-led support system
- Single relationship manager for all pillars
- Long-term empowerment focus
- Active family partnership
- AI-powered predictive support
"We are not just changing our services—we are changing what it means to grow up blind or partially sighted in Canada." — Craig Peterson, Executive Director, CNIB Alberta and Northwest Territories
The Four Pillars of Empowerment
LIVE
Daily Independence Mastery
- Orientation & Mobility (O&M) skill development
- Independent Living Skills (ILS) progression
- Technology training and assistive device mastery
- Financial literacy and benefits navigation
- External service coordination (FSCD, STEP, GRIT)
PLAY
Social Integration and Recreation
- Community program inclusion (YMCA, BBBS, Scouts)
- Recreational sports integration (ASRAB, Blind Hockey)
- Volunteer-led program transition
- Peer social skill development
- Family engagement activities
WORK
Career Readiness and Employment
- Age-appropriate career exploration (6-21 progression)
- AI-powered interview practice and assessment
- Transferable leadership skill development
- Come-to-Work program integration
- Employer engagement and job matching
LEARN
Educational Excellence and Advocacy
- AATEC partnership for equitable education policy
- Parent and student advocacy training
- Know Your Rights (KYR) education
- Post-secondary preparation and support
- Academic accommodation expertise
Revolutionary AI-Powered Technology
Voice-First AI Interface
Complete platform navigation through natural voice commands with real-time audio descriptions and multi-language support.
Intelligent Assessment Engine
Continuous evaluation across all four pillars with bias-free assessment using multiple AI validation systems.
Family Empowerment Dashboard
Real-time progress visibility, structured home activities, and direct communication with Navigators.
Predictive Support Analytics
Early warning systems and opportunity identification with long-term outcome forecasting.
Platform Demo
Navigator Command Center
Active Participants: 25
Measurable Impact and Outcomes
Participant Transformation
Family Empowerment
Organizational Excellence
Implementation Timeline
Phase 1: Foundation (Months 1-6)
25 participants in Alberta/NWT pilot program with core platform development
Phase 2: Regional Expansion (Months 7-12)
1,000 participants across Alberta/NWT with enhanced AI capabilities
Phase 3: National Transformation (Months 13-24)
10,000+ participants across Canada with full platform maturation
Ready to Transform Lives
Partnership Information
The CNIB-IAXOV partnership represents a $650,000 investment in transformational technology and services, creating a sustainable model for global expansion.
CNIB Foundation
Craig Peterson
Executive Director, Alberta and Northwest Territories
Email: craig.peterson@cnib.ca
IAXOV Inc.
Lance Douglas
CEO/CTO
Email: lance@iaxov.com
Phone: 866-774-2968
Get Involved
Interested in participating in the NextGen 360° program or learning more about this revolutionary approach to accessibility empowerment?