Inclusive Africa: Maxine Williams On Inclusive Design at Meta

Meta’s VP of Accessibility and Engagement, Maxine Williams, discusses how Meta Ray-Ban smart glasses became a game-changer for the blind community. She details how Meta co-designed the product with input from blind engineers and users, and how features like AI image descriptions, spatial audio, and hands-free video recording empower people to reclaim independence and presence.

She also addresses accessibility fears around future AR developments and shares how Meta balances mainstream product success with intentional inclusion. Partnerships with Be My Eyes and Meta’s in-house co-design labs demonstrate a long-term commitment to building with the disability community.

Relevant Links
Meta Ray-Ban Smart Glasses: https://www.meta.com/smart-glasses
Be My Eyes: https://www.bemyeyes.com