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“In Nigeria, unseen barriers often exclude people with disabilities from daily life. Discover how Adaptive Atelier is boldly redefining accessibility, starting with beauty.’’

“I believe that my hearing loss has positively impacted my work because it has created space for me to thrive in a way that is unique to my story.’’

“35 million Nigerians live with disabilities. This startup is building the web for them.’’

“Toyosi Badejo-Okusanya Defies Hearing-Impairment to Build Solutions for the $13tr 'Accessibility' Market”

“At age 4, Toyosi was diagnosed with a hearing loss. She grew up with the disappointment of not seeing young disabled people building careers, creating tech solutions, or shaping industries. Most of what she saw framed disability around healthcare limitations or old age.”

“Toyosi, who grew up with a hearing disability, shares her journey of growing up deaf in Nigeria, navigating its complexities, confronting societal perceptions of deafness, and exploring what true inclusion means, both individually and as a collective. ’’

“Toyosi Alexis first went viral in 2021 for a letter she wrote to her hearing loss. “Couldn’t you just fix yourself and go away?,” she wrote in the post. “I fought to prove that I was worthy — more than just a girl with hearing aids and a weird accent.” It provoked a public outcry and raised awareness about the experiences of Nigerians living with deafness.’’

“The Standard Chartered Foundation, in partnership with the Enterprise Development Centre (EDC), Pan-Atlantic University, and Village Capital, has announced the top 11 finalists selected for the Accelerator Phase of the Women in Tech Accelerator Nigeria programme.”

“Standard Chartered Foundation, Enterprise Development Centre, Announce Top 11 Finalists for Women in Tech Accelerator Nigeria (Cycle 7)’’

“As a deafness inclusion consultant and advocate, Toyosi Badejo-Okusanya emphasizes the urgent need for greater accessibility and inclusive communication across public spaces, corporate organizations, and educational institutions in Nigeria.’’