In the third episode of Season 3, Okey is having a chat with his friend Joti, a 2025 Loran Scholar who has engineered an award-winning Braille-based communication device, TouchTalk, to support those experiencing deafness and blindness. Joti’s goal is to one day start a tech company in Canada, where he will continue to use his passion for engineering to develop technology that improves quality of life for all. In addition to being recognized nationally for making waves in the realm of affordable assistive technology, Joti also excels as a debater and has mentored younger students in debate and public speaking, thereby bridging the gap between natural and social science. But this episode is not just about big accomplishments and winning scholarships; it is about making a positive difference in society through science, technology, and advocacy.

Want to Learn More About Joti?

Joti's Loran Award Announcement: https://www.instagram.com/p/DH6cz8mydsO/?img_index=1

Saskatoon student invents deaf blind communication device: https://www.ctvnews.ca/saskatoon/article/saskatoon-student-invents-deaf-blind-communication-device/

Two Saskatoon teens receive $100,000 Loran Award:

https://www.ctvnews.ca/saskatoon/article/two-saskatoon-teens-receive-100000-loran-award/

Affordable Assistive Tech: Joti Gokaraju’s Award-Winning Braille Device: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nhOdmsmJo3g

If you are a high school student in Canada and you are dedicated to making Canada and the world a better place, I highly recommend you look into the Loran Scholars Foundation and the amazing opportunities it offers for your post-secondary journey and beyond. Visit loranscholar.ca today to learn more.