🏆 Equalist — Making the Web Accessible for All
Equalist — Top 98 project in Google AI for Impact HackathonOverview
At the Google AI for Impact Hackathon organized by Hack2Skill, our team created Equalist, a Chrome extension designed to make the web more accessible for differently-abled users.
From over 2000+ global teams comprising of 22,000+ participants, Equalist was recognized in the Top 98 projects.
What is Equalist?
Equalist is built to bridge accessibility gaps on the internet by:
- Simplifying content layout for better readability
- Offering customizable text-to-speech for visually impaired users
- Highlighting dyslexia-friendly fonts and styles
- Providing quick toggle modes for different accessibility needs
Our mission was simple: ensure the web belongs to everyone.
Hackathon Journey
The Google AI for Impact Hackathon was an inspiring platform with 2000+ participants worldwide. Competing with such a diverse and talented crowd pushed us to think creatively and prototype fast.
Highlights of our journey:
- 🧩 Brainstorming sessions that merged AI innovation with human-centered design
- ⚡ Rapid prototyping with Chrome APIs and AI models
- 🌍 Mentorship and guidance from global AI experts
- 🏅 Being recognized as a Top 98 project among thousands of entries
Team Behind Equalist
A huge shoutout to my brilliant teammates:
- Anushka Pote
- Iqra Zafar
- Akansha
This project would not have been possible without the spirit of collaboration and creativity everyone brought to the table.
Why It Matters
Accessibility often gets overlooked in mainstream AI development. Equalist is a small but meaningful step toward:
- Empowering differently-abled users with digital independence
- Raising awareness about the responsibility of technologists
- Showing how hackathons can spark solutions with real-world impact
What’s Next?
We’re exploring ways to open-source Equalist, invite contributors, and refine it with community feedback. The goal: take Equalist from hackathon prototype to a tool that genuinely improves lives.
💡 Accessibility isn’t just a feature — it’s a right. And projects like Equalist remind us how technology can (and should) create equal opportunities for all.
