Tatum Robotics Foundation
Empowering DeafBlind Communities
Tatum Robotics Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to help DeafBlind people of all ages access communication firsthand and have profound freedom through robotics. Our mission is to empower DeafBlind individuals by providing access to fundamental sources through innovative and accessible technology.
The Tatum Mission
We are committed to creating an accessible world where DeafBlind individuals have equal access to opportunities for learning, growth, and communication.
.png)
Projects & Initiatives
Contact us to discover upcoming projects and initiatives that need your support! These range from education for DeafBlind individuals and education for those supporting DeafBlind individuals in a wholistic approach.
_edited.jpg)
Dedicated Impact
Meet the passionate people and experts driving the mission of the Tatum Robotics Foundation! Located across the US, our board is made up of a majority of DeafBlind individuals leading this research and impact.
Your Support Matters!
Your support is crucial for advancing our mission - whether through donations, volunteering, or spreading awareness! Join us in creating a more inclusive world.
Research Areas
Tatum Robotics Foundation is focused on understand the current gaps in healthcare access for DeafBlind, language acquisition for those who acquire deafblindness later in life, and STEM outcomes.
If there is a topic of research related to deafblindness that you are looking to explore, please reach out!
What is Tatum Robotics?
Tatum Robotics has created a translational device that can quickly and efficiently translate various sources, including news, emails, books, and live inputs exclusively for DeafBlind individuals ensuring a customizable and convenient experience through tactile signing. Tatum envisions a world where sources can be available firsthand, while choice and privacy are part of the experience.
​
During this process of design, the Tatum team realized that there a huge accessibility gap in DeafBlind peoples access to tools that help them learn language and other subjects vital to their success. Since most existing assistive technology programs only help DeafBlind people access technology for a language they are already familiar with, there is little setup to help teach DeafBlind new modalities.
​
That is where the Tatum Robotics Foundation comes in! We are aiming to support DeafBlind people in getting access to technology to help them learn language, learn STEM, and connect with the world around them.
Our Partners!
A special thank you to the Capillary Foundation to their generous donation to support research in 2025!
.png)
Our Board
Our board is a mix of DeafBlind and hearing member passionate about accessibility for the DeafBlind community! We have backgrounds in teaching, education, technology, and research.
_edited.jpg)
Send us a message
& we'll get back to you.
.png)