Human Rights Council resolutions

Find information about assistive technology references in Human Rights Council resolutions here.

Findings from IDA's AT Survey in International Sign

IDA's Assistive Technology Survey - Executive Summary in International Sign

Under the project "Boosting AT User Engagement and Knowledge, Globally and Locally," IDA and ATscale awarded four local and national organizations to implement projects that support advocacy or capacity building related to AT. The project activities involve carrying out in-depth situational analysis of local contexts, awareness-raising efforts, knowledge assessments, and local campaigning to promote AT policies.

About Assistive Technology

Today, 2.5 billion people need to use at least one type of AT, such as wheelchairs, hearing aids, prostheses, eyeglasses or digital services, but in low-income countries, over 90% do not have access to it. AT can make a significant difference in a user's ability to participate fully in social, economic, political, cultural, and family life. From supporting persons with disabilities to find meaningful employment to ensuring children with disabilities have access to quality and inclusive education to safeguarding the right of persons with disabilities to adequate healthcare, AT is crucial for a just, inclusive, and productive future for all. On the other hand, lack of access to AT can result in exclusion from education, work. 

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