Help Shape the Future of Inclusive Voice Technology

Join a research study designed for the Deaf and hard of hearing community. Contribute to innovation, improve voice tech, and get rewarded for your time.

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Your voice has potential to help voice technology become more inclusive

Voice to text services promise convenience, but they leave behind a large population who’s voice isn’t understood by these technologies. That problem is what our mission strives to solve. By joining this study, you'll help train voice technology to better recognize and interpret atypical speech patterns—building a future where voice tech understands every voice, including yours.

How Does It Work?

Sign Up

Complete a simple form to get started.

Get Instructions

Receive step-by-step instructions and access to the
recording tool.

Record Sentences

Read and record the provided sentences at your convenience.

Get Compensated

Receive payment for your contribution to the future of
voice tech.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to participate?

Be 18 years old or above Identify as deaf, hard of hearing or having hearing loss
Use spoken English at least 2-3 times per week
Have access to a quiet space without background noise
Be able to read English text and speak it aloud
Do not get good accuracy on automatic speech recognition software with your voice

Do I need special equipment?

You need to have a computer with internet access and a functioning built-in or external microphone and a quiet room.

How long is the study?

Each file contains 25 utterances and takes approximately 30 minutes to complete. On average, you can complete 3 files per hour, depending on your availability and pace. You can earn up to $800 by recording 80 files in total.