spokhand and Media Pi: A Strategic Partnership for Sign Language Innovation

We are proud to announce a new and meaningful collaboration between spokhand and Media Pi, a leading Deaf media outlet in France.

This partnership marks a significant milestone in our shared mission: to promote accessibility, empower the Deaf community, and bridge communication gaps between Deaf and hearing worlds through cutting-edge technology.

Who is Media Pi?

Media Pi is a well-established and respected media organization created by and for the Deaf community in France. Known for its high-quality reporting, the platform shares news, cultural content, and international updates, all presented in French Sign Language (LSF). Over the years, Media Pi has built a strong reputation, a wide audience, and a loyal base of supporters across the French-speaking Deaf world.

This year, Media Pi is celebrating its 7th anniversary, a key moment to look ahead toward innovation and growth. We are honored to contribute to this celebration by collaborating on a unique technological project.

A Technological First: An AI-Powered LSF Avatar

As part of this partnership, spokhand and Media Pi have co-developed an AI-powered avatar capable of communicating in French Sign Language (LSF). This avatar is not intended to replace Deaf journalists or authentic human expression, it is a research and experimentation tool designed to explore new ways of sharing accessible content.

This innovation reflects our commitment to preserving and elevating sign language in the digital space. By combining spokhand’s AI expertise and Media Pi’s cultural and journalistic integrity, we have created a resource that demonstrates what’s possible when inclusion meets technology.

More Than a Celebration—A Long-Term Collaboration

This project goes beyond one single campaign. It is the beginning of a long-term partnership built on shared values: Deaf empowerment, technological innovation, and cultural respect. Together, spokhand and Media Pi aim to develop future projects that serve the Deaf community not just in France, but globally.

Stay Connected

This is only the beginning. New challenges and exciting opportunities lie ahead. We invite our supporters, partners, and the wider public to follow this collaboration closely as we continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible for sign language accessibility.

🔹Link video spokhand x Media Pi: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DIfuvJLPHdT/?igsh=enZtZnZjY25qbjFq