Empowering individuals with neurodevelopmental disorders by providing access to innovative, free, and tailored communication and organization tools.
Our objectives
Breaking communication barriers through digital AAC
Developing independence with visual organization tools
Promoting social inclusion in all environments
It All Started with Pablo
Pablo, who has Down syndrome and is non-verbal, communicates through pictograms. Faced with the limitations of the traditional paper folder, we created a digital solution so he can communicate and organize himself everywhere, all the time.
“ Pablo opened our eyes to the daily challenges of people with neurodevelopmental disorders. His smile when he manages to express himself reminds us why we do this. ” Adrianos & Alexandros, founders
This personal experience informs every decision we make for Pablo, but also for the thousands of people who share his challenges.
Our values
Universal Accessibility
Our applications are free for everyone. Autonomy should not depend on financial means.
Social Inclusion
We believe that the inclusion of people with neurodevelopmental disorders enriches society as a whole.
Co-design
We develop TOGETHER with users, their families, and professionals. Each feature arises from a real need.
15 000
users supported since 2020
4 500
registered professional users
12
different countries
"The diary allows the person to gain autonomy. We use the same images as on the Pictalk application which is a real support in communication and the expression of speech. Since using it, the person I support has really gained in expression, in self-confidence, people consider them more"
Mélanie, Socio-professional support officer
Our highlights
🏠 Awareness
The pandemic brings us together as a family. We discover Pablo's true needs and decide to take action.
🏆 First recognition
Winner of "Coups de pouce passion" - INSA Lyon Foundation The first support confirming our social mission.
🥇 National Award
Handitech Trophy - Digital Innovation. National recognition of our impact on people with disabilities.
🤝 Strategic Partnerships
Co-development with APF France Handicap. Collaboration with TechLab to develop Pictalk Buddy.
🚀 Incubation INRIA
Entry into INRIA Startup Studio to sustain our action and reach more beneficiaries.
Our team
The heart of the team
Our team combines technical expertise and personal knowledge of the needs of people with neurodevelopmental disorders.
Adrianos SIDIRAS GALANTE co-founder
Alexandros SIDIRAS GALANTE co-founder
Contributors
Eugenia Galante Mother of 4 children, including 1 Down Syndrome
Transparency and Engagement
At Pictalk AAC, we believe that transparency is the foundation of trust. Our mission to empower people with neurodevelopmental disorders guides every decision we make, including our business model and resource allocation.
Our freemium model serving the mission
Our freemium model ensures that autonomy and communication never depend on financial means, while providing us with the resources to innovate and support more and more people. This choice frees us from funding constraints, allowing us to focus on the essentials: developing the best possible tools.
All essential features remain free, forever. This is not a limited trial version, but a complete product meeting fundamental communication and organization needs.
Premium features address the specific needs of professionals and heavy users, without ever depriving individual users of essential tools.
100% of our revenue is reinvested into improving our services and expanding our social impact. No profit is distributed: every euro directly supports our mission.
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