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The paper provides actionable recommendations to guide inclusive policies and practices that uphold the needs, preferences and rights of older people with disabilities in development and humanitarian policy and practice.
EASTIN is a network of national organizations, specialized in disseminating information in the field of assistive technology. EASTIN owns the EASTIN search engine, which offers free online access to information on thousands of assistive products from databases hosted by EASTIN members. The information includes product descriptions, pictures, technical product…
Factsheet on augmentive and alternative communication (AAC)
This policy brief highlights the crucial role of Assistive Technology (AT) in expanding employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and other AT users in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). It delves into the barriers faced by both AT users in accessing and effectively utilizing AT for employment purposes, and employers in providing or integrating AT…
This technical note is an update to the 2024 Gaza injury estimate published by the World Health Organization one year ago. It was developed using the same methodology while drawing on additional data sources to triangulate findings. The report has been expanded to describe the status of rehabilitation services in Gaza, and the challenges in meeting the needs of…
The Health equity for persons with disabilities: guide for action (Guide for Action) is a foundational tool to support Member States to implement the recommendations of the Global Report, in line with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The Guide for Action also supports WHO’s General Programme of Work 14 by reducing health inequities through…
Building digital skills and literacy for persons with disabilities is critical for persons with disabilities to learn, consume digital services, and access jobs. A study was undertaken to leverage these opportunities by identifying gaps in the digital inclusion for persons with disabilities to be addressed through policy and programmatic interventions. Using findings…
Emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, advanced sensors, and Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity, are driving advancements that make robots more adaptable, autonomous, and capable of solving increasingly complex challenges.
The report delves into various types of robots, their applications, and the rapid adoption of robotics…
This Situational Analysis Report on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Timor-Leste was developed after the country’s accession to the United Nations (UN) Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) in January 2023.