Why. So persons with disabilities are able to fully participate and contribute to all aspects of society. 

How. By improving the availability and affordability of appropriate assistive technology. 

What commitments may look like. 

  • Policy and guidance – e.g. agree national standards/guidelines and/or local adaptation of WHO guidelines 
  • New programmes or services - new accessible programmes or services which improve the availability and affordability of appropriate assistive technology 
  • Additional resources - initiatives and investment to enable access to affordable assistive devices 
  • Join Global Partnership for Assistive Technology – join and/or contribute to the Global Partnership for Assistive Technology 

Total commitments: 82