CHAT-KI - inclusion through innovative AI technologies
HKA role
Research partner and project coordination (ILIN, Hochschule Karlsruhe)
LAVRIO role
Technology partner for development of the accessible AI chatbot
Focus
Support-information access for people with disabilities and employers
Funding
Civic Innovation Platform / BMAS (according to project site)
Context
CHAT-KI develops an accessible chatbot that provides guidance on support services for people with disabilities and employers. The project aims to improve access to the primary labor market and to strengthen inclusion through low-barrier information access.
Roles in the consortium
According to the consortium page, ILIN at Hochschule Karlsruhe (HKA) acts as research partner and project coordinator. LAVRIO serves as technology partner and focuses on developing the accessible AI chatbot, including data preparation, RAG algorithms, and transparency-oriented components.
Impact
The project focuses on human-centered and trustworthy AI support, helping users access relevant information more effectively while reducing advisory workload.