The purpose of the workshop that this report covers was to disseminate amongst lead national stakeholders, key findings and recommendations from the Global report on assistive technology, and PAHO/WHO and UNICEF resources to support national implementation; for countries to share their experiences and lessons learned in strengthening access to assistive technology.
Mobile as Assistive Technology: Brazil Report Summary
An accessible policy-oriented summary of the Brazil study, highlighting effects of smartphone provision and digital-skills training for blind, partially sighted, Deaf and hard-of-hearing participants and recommendations for affordability and accessibility.
Details
Publisher Name:
Global Disability Innovation Hub / AT2030
Publisher Website:
https://at2030.org/
Languages:
English
Country or Region:
Brazil
Categories:
Case study
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