I Hear You
By I Hear You
I Hear You is a UAE-based assistive technology company that developed a mobile application aimed at bridging communication gaps between deaf and hearing individuals. The platform enables real-time translation between sign language, text, and speech, fostering inclusive communication across personal, educational, and professional settings. It operates primarily in the Middle East, with headquarters in Abu Dhabi, and has an additional base in Vancouver, Canada. The company is positioned within the Education, Accessibility, and Mobile Software sectors.
The company was founded in 2019 by Mohamed Aboelazm and Eman Khamis, inspired by a personal experience involving a deaf individual in distress. This moment led to a mission-driven effort to eliminate communication barriers through technology. The app was officially launched in 2020, and since then, I Hear You has grown steadily, gaining recognition for its social impact and innovation. It has participated in the Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF) accelerator program and received a MAAN social contribution grant, which helped fuel its development and outreach.
I Hear You’s core product is a mobile application that offers:
The platform is available via subscription, with plans starting from US$10, and offers scalable solutions for individuals and organizations.
Recent developments include:
These features are designed to improve accessibility, user engagement, and scalability.
I Hear You is built on a foundation of empathy, inclusion, and innovation. The founders emphasize the belief that “everyone has the right to be heard and understood.” The company culture reflects a commitment to social impact, digital accessibility, and community empowerment. It fosters collaboration between deaf and hearing individuals and promotes awareness of communication challenges faced by the deaf community.
The platform has reportedly impacted over 1,000 users and facilitated more than 50,000 translations. Its user base includes:
The community around I Hear You is growing, with increasing interest from accessibility advocates, educators, and tech innovators across the GCC and beyond.