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The Opportunity of a Billion - special webinar series exploring the Assistive Tech Impact Fund
Global Disability Innovation HubNov. 15, 2021AfricaWe're delighted to announce a special Disability Innovation Live webinar series showcasing current AT pioneers and exploring the future role of assistive technology (AT) in the impact investing landscape. The series will be a unique opportunity to see behind the scenes of our AT Impact Fund, hearing from the innovators, experts and investors on entering new markets, exploring never-used-before financing models and developing pioneering business models.
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Press release: IPC–led partnership secures a record breaking 49 territories for free-to-air African broadcast coverage of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games
Global Disability Innovation Hub, Loughborough UniversityAug. 19, 2021AfricaThe International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has confirmed that it will provide free-to-air coverage of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games to 49 Sub-Saharan African territories as part of the AT2030 programme’s Para Sport Against Stigma project, which is funded by UK Aid. This is an effort to elevate Para sport and ensure human rights for people with disabilities around the world. Globally, there are 1.2 billion people with disabilities who are often unable to reach their full potential. Central to this is disability stigma, which limits full participation in society from employment and education to sport.
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Record 49 territories for free-to-air African broadcast coverage of Paralympic Games
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC)Aug. 17, 2021AfricaThe International Committee for Paralympics (IPC) has confirmed that 49 Sub-Saharan African territories will be provided free-to-air coverage of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games as part of the AT2030 programme's ParaSport Against Stigma Project. For the first time, African viewers will watch the opening and closing ceremonies broadcast live on 24 August and 5 September 2021. Daily 52-minute highlights packages of African centred content featuring the continent’s biggest Paralympic heroes and rising stars, will be provided in English, French and Portuguese. It is estimated that the broadcasts will reach over 250 million viewers in Africa.
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New report calls for global action for children and adults with clubfoot
Miracle FeetAug. 2, 2021GlobalA new report by the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) for AT2030, a UK Aid-funded program led by the Global Disability Innovation Hub (GDI Hub), aims to drive progress for children and adults with clubfoot to reach their full potential.
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An online launch of the AT2030 Inclusive Infrastructure Case Study in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
Global Disability Innovation HubApril 26, 2021MongoliaOn Thursday May 6th an online launch event was held, bringing together key stakeholders in the domains of disability inclusion and inclusive design and urban development in Mongolia.
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AT2030 programme secures A plus rating from Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office and has reached 12m people so far
Global Disability Innovation HubApril 19, 2021GlobalWe are delighted to announce that the AT2030 programme has been recognised as; excellent ‘Exceeding Expectations’ by funders UK Aid and has already reached 12 million people in more than 31 countries.
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GDI Hub, NIUA and Kiran Society hold co design workshop to build insights on creating inclusive and accessible urban environment in Varanasi, India
Global Disability Innovation HubMarch 18, 2021IndiaThe workshop looked to understand the barriers and challenges faced by disabled people in accessing basic infrastructure services, identifying key priority areas for improvement and recommendations for city stakeholders.
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Global Disability Innovation Hub becomes the worlds first WHO Collaborating Centre on Assistive Technology
Global Disability Innovation Hub, Global Cooperation on Assistive TechnologyMarch 15, 2021GlobalThe Global Disability Innovation Hub (GDI Hub), based at UCL, is the first organisation to be awarded the status of World Health Organisation (WHO) Official Collaborating Centre on Assistive Technology (AT). Led by GDI Hub’s Academic Director, Professor Cathy Holloway, the WHO Collaborating Centre will focus on driving global disability innovation to work towards a fairer world through access to assistive and accessible technology.
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First ever global guide for assistive technology to improve the life of millions
Global Disability Innovation Hub, UNICEF, World Health OrganizationMarch 4, 2021GlobalThe new WHO Assistive Products Specifications is the first global guide for quality-assured assistive products, containing specs for 26 prioritised assistive products, including the minimum quality requirements for manufacturing. Funded by UK Aid under the AT2030 programme, the work is a major milestone to drive high quality, affordable AT globally.
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Assistive Tech Impact Fund launches global call for innovative African solutions
Global Disability Innovation Hub, Catherine Holloway, Brink, Catalyst Fund, Tamara GiltsoffFeb. 11, 2021AfricaThe Assistive Tech Impact Fund (ATIF) is changing the prospects of AT innovators in Africa, providing up to £200k of grant funding alongside expert-led venture-building support to facilitate the growth of the AT sector.
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Assistive Technology Impact Fund: Join the launch of this Global Funding Call
Global Disability Innovation Hub, Brink, Catalyst FundFeb. 1, 2021NewsJoin us for the launch of the Assistive Technology Impact Fund Global Call (ATIF) and hear about the opportunity for assistive technology (AT) innovation in the African market on Wednesday 10th Feb 10-11.30 GMT.
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Assistive Tech Impact Fund: £4m fund trialling impact investment
Global Disability Innovation Hub, Brink, Catalyst Fund, Tamara GiltsoffDec. 3, 2020GlobalOn the International Day of People with Disabilities, the new Assistive Tech Impact Fund (ATIF) has been launched out of the UK Aid-funded AT2030 programme, led by the Global Disability Innovation (GDI) Hub. It is a collaboration between GDI Hub, Brink, Tamara Giltsoff and Catalyst Fund. The partnership combines deep expertise in AT, innovation and venture building in Africa, respectively.
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UK Aid funding to support 10.5 million more people with access to life changing Assistive Technology through three innovative investments
Global Disability Innovation HubDec. 3, 2020GlobalToday, on International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Global Disability Innovation Hub (GDI Hub) is proud to announce three new innovative investments to reach an additional 10.5 million people as part of the UK Aid funded AT2030 programme.
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IPC to provide free to air coverage of Toyko 2020 Paralympic Games in Sub-Saharan Africa thanks to support from UK Aid
Loughborough University, The International Paralympic Committee (IPC)Dec. 2, 2020GlobalThis broadcast initiative is a key element of the Para Sport Against Stigma project between the IPC, Loughborough University, and the University of Malawi, Chancellor College, which aims to support social change and overcome stigma and discrimination against persons with disabilities in Africa. Para Sport Against Stigma is part of AT2030, a programme funded by UK Aid and led by the Global Disability Innovation Hub.
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Sports Against Stigma: ImPOSSIBLE Educators on mission to overcome stigma in Africa
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC)Nov. 28, 2020GlobalThis particular November course was the first activity of the collaborative project Para Sport Against Stigma aiming to overcome stigma and discrimination against persons with disabilities in Africa. This project is part of the AT2030 programme.
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Sports Against Stigma: Loughborough University to play role in £1million+ Para Sport Against Stigma project that aims to change attitudes towards people with disabilities in Africa
Loughborough UniversityNov. 20, 2020GlobalThe project – Para Sport Against Stigma – will investigate the use of Para sport as a catalyst for change in attitudes about disability and assistive technology (AT) in Ghana, Malawi, and Zambia.
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Launch of the assistive technology capacity assessment ATA C tool
GATE, Irene CalvoNov. 19, 2020GlobalThe ATA-C can be used for awareness raising, policy and programme design and ongoing monitoring and evaluation by policy-makers, decision-makers and country governments involved in assistive technology work. The ATA-C implementation process can also serve to bring diverse stakeholders together and build momentum for action.
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Humanity and Inclusion 3D prints face shields for COVID 19 first responders in Uganda
Humanity & InclusionOct. 27, 2020UgandaIn Uganda, HI has adapted 3D printing technology used for physical rehabilitation to produce protective face visors for health professionals on the front line
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African Inclusive Employment Innovators sought for Assistive Technology Acceleration Opportunity with Innovate Now
Global Disability Innovation Hub, AMREF Health AfricaOct. 15, 2020GlobalAfrica’s first Assistive Technology Accelerator, Innovate Now, is launching the third call for application from innovators across the African continent to develop technologies and services designed to assist people living with disabilities around the theme of the Future of Inclusive Employment.
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The Opportunity of a Billion - special webinar series exploring the Assistive Tech Impact Fund
Global Disability Innovation HubNov. 15, 2021AfricaWe're delighted to announce a special Disability Innovation Live webinar series showcasing current AT pioneers and exploring the future role of assistive technology (AT) in the impact investing landscape. The series will be a unique opportunity to see behind the scenes of our AT Impact Fund, hearing from the innovators, experts and investors on entering new markets, exploring never-used-before financing models and developing pioneering business models.
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Press release: IPC–led partnership secures a record breaking 49 territories for free-to-air African broadcast coverage of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games
Global Disability Innovation Hub, Loughborough UniversityAug. 19, 2021AfricaThe International Paralympic Committee (IPC) has confirmed that it will provide free-to-air coverage of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games to 49 Sub-Saharan African territories as part of the AT2030 programme’s Para Sport Against Stigma project, which is funded by UK Aid. This is an effort to elevate Para sport and ensure human rights for people with disabilities around the world. Globally, there are 1.2 billion people with disabilities who are often unable to reach their full potential. Central to this is disability stigma, which limits full participation in society from employment and education to sport.
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Record 49 territories for free-to-air African broadcast coverage of Paralympic Games
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC)Aug. 17, 2021AfricaThe International Committee for Paralympics (IPC) has confirmed that 49 Sub-Saharan African territories will be provided free-to-air coverage of the Tokyo 2020 Paralympic Games as part of the AT2030 programme's ParaSport Against Stigma Project. For the first time, African viewers will watch the opening and closing ceremonies broadcast live on 24 August and 5 September 2021. Daily 52-minute highlights packages of African centred content featuring the continent’s biggest Paralympic heroes and rising stars, will be provided in English, French and Portuguese. It is estimated that the broadcasts will reach over 250 million viewers in Africa.
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Assistive Tech Impact Fund launches global call for innovative African solutions
Global Disability Innovation Hub, Catherine Holloway, Brink, Catalyst Fund, Tamara GiltsoffFeb. 11, 2021AfricaThe Assistive Tech Impact Fund (ATIF) is changing the prospects of AT innovators in Africa, providing up to £200k of grant funding alongside expert-led venture-building support to facilitate the growth of the AT sector.
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GDI Hub, NIUA and Kiran Society hold co design workshop to build insights on creating inclusive and accessible urban environment in Varanasi, India
Global Disability Innovation HubMarch 18, 2021IndiaThe workshop looked to understand the barriers and challenges faced by disabled people in accessing basic infrastructure services, identifying key priority areas for improvement and recommendations for city stakeholders.
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities in Kenya
Clinton Health Access InitiativeDec. 13, 2021KenyaThe President also launched the new Digital Registration System developed by the National Council for Persons With Disabilities this year, aimed at addressing data gaps and curbing cases of fraud. The system will also offer a new generation disability identification card with security features to prevent potential fraud and ensure the right people get registered.
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Clinton Health Access InitiativeDec. 8, 2021KenyaPresident Uhuru Kenyatta was the Chief Guest in 3rd December's International Day of Persons with Disabilities held at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre in Nairobi. In the history of the commemorations, this is the first time a Head of State has graced the event.
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Innovate Now, Africa’s first Assistive Technology Accelerator announces KES2M Prize for First Winner
Global Disability Innovation Hub, AMREF Health Africa, Bernard ChiiraJune 15, 2020KenyaInnovate Now has selected its first winner as part of the Global Disability Innovation Hub’s Assistive Technology AT2030 Programme
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Innovate Now Accelerator Programme Seeks Mobile Solutions to Assist Persons with Disabilities
Global Disability Innovation Hub, AMREF Health Africa, Bernard ChiiraJune 13, 2020KenyaInnovate Now, Africa’s first Assistive Technology Accelerator is seeking applications from innovators across the African continent who are dedicated to developing mobile-based technologies designed to assist people living with disabilities.
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Unveiling the First Cohort of Assistive Technology Entrepreneurs of the Innovate Now Accelerator
Global Disability Innovation Hub, AMREF Health Africa, Bernard ChiiraDec. 3, 2019KenyaAs the world celebrates the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Global Disability Innovation Hub and Amref Enterprises Limited have today unveiled the five local entrepreneurs selected as finalists to the First Cohort of the Innovate Now Accelerator Program.
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Innovate Now: 19 companies focused on Assistive Technologies have been selected for the Round 1 shortlist
Global Disability Innovation Hub, AMREF Health AfricaSept. 30, 2019KenyaInnovate Now has completed the 1st round of selection. We received 30 applications from 7 countries around the world. A majority of our applicants were from Kenya, with a total of 22 followed by the US with a total of 3 and one each from UK, Bulgaria, Nigeria Ghana and Tanzania.
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MiracleFeet: The human impact of foot braces in Nigeria and Liberia
Miracle FeetDec. 2, 2021Nigeria, LiberiaThe Assistive Technology Impact Fund (ATIF), part of the AT2030 programme, has committed investment to support the company MiracleFeet, who provide clubfoot treatment to children in LMICs. To better understand and evidence the impact of MiracleFeet's work for children living with clubfoot, ATIF commissioned 60 Decibels to conduct research using specifically designed tools that could measure the impact of assistive technology. The results are shared in this insightful report, including findings from 200 parents and guardians of Nigerian and Liberian children who have undergone treatment using the MiracleFeet brace.
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An online launch of the AT2030 Inclusive Infrastructure Case Study in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia.
Global Disability Innovation HubApril 26, 2021MongoliaOn Thursday May 6th an online launch event was held, bringing together key stakeholders in the domains of disability inclusion and inclusive design and urban development in Mongolia.
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Assistive Technology Impact Fund: Join the launch of this Global Funding Call
Global Disability Innovation Hub, Brink, Catalyst FundFeb. 1, 2021NewsJoin us for the launch of the Assistive Technology Impact Fund Global Call (ATIF) and hear about the opportunity for assistive technology (AT) innovation in the African market on Wednesday 10th Feb 10-11.30 GMT.
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MiracleFeet: The human impact of foot braces in Nigeria and Liberia
Miracle FeetDec. 2, 2021Nigeria, LiberiaThe Assistive Technology Impact Fund (ATIF), part of the AT2030 programme, has committed investment to support the company MiracleFeet, who provide clubfoot treatment to children in LMICs. To better understand and evidence the impact of MiracleFeet's work for children living with clubfoot, ATIF commissioned 60 Decibels to conduct research using specifically designed tools that could measure the impact of assistive technology. The results are shared in this insightful report, including findings from 200 parents and guardians of Nigerian and Liberian children who have undergone treatment using the MiracleFeet brace.
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International Day of Persons with Disabilities in Sierra Leone
Dr. Abdulaya DumbuyaDec. 13, 2021Sierra LeoneOne of our brilliant partners in Sierra Leone, Dr Abs Dumbuya, who works with us on the AT2030 project, recently wrote a letter on the celebrations in the country on International Day of Persons with Disabilities on 3rd December and the progress the country has made.
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Humanity and Inclusion 3D prints face shields for COVID 19 first responders in Uganda
Humanity & InclusionOct. 27, 2020UgandaIn Uganda, HI has adapted 3D printing technology used for physical rehabilitation to produce protective face visors for health professionals on the front line
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Prosthetics Startup Amparo wins FT & IFC award in innovating for disability
Global Disability Innovation HubJune 20, 2019United KingdomAmparo, one of our AT2030 partners, received the Special Award for Innovating for Disability yesterday evening, at the Financial Times and IFC’s Transformational Business Awards 2019. A group of 9 judges selected the winners from a diverse selection of 270 businesses from all over the world.
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Professor Catherine Holloway at UNESCO: Global Media and Information Literacy Week
Global Disability Innovation HubNov. 12, 2021GlobalOn 29th October, Professor Catherine Holloway was invited to speak as a research partner of UNESCO and advocated for the need of technology to account for the needs of the population. The event was held virtually and organised by The Permanent Mission of Chile in its capacity of Presidency of the Group of Friends of Older Persons, UNESCO, WHO and ITU.
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New report calls for global action for children and adults with clubfoot
Miracle FeetAug. 2, 2021GlobalA new report by the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) for AT2030, a UK Aid-funded program led by the Global Disability Innovation Hub (GDI Hub), aims to drive progress for children and adults with clubfoot to reach their full potential.
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An online launch of the WHO and UNICEF procurement manual for assistive products, accessories, spare parts, and related services
World Health Organization, UNICEFJuly 7, 2021GlobalOn 06 July 2021, an online event was held to launch the WHO and UNICEF manual for public procurement of assistive products, accessories, spare parts, and related services. This manual focuses on public procurement and specifically on tendering (competition) for assistive products, accessories, spare parts and related services, hereafter called assistive products. The manual is based on procuring these products from manufacturers, or one of their economic operators, called suppliers.
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AT2030 programme secures A plus rating from Foreign Commonwealth and Development Office and has reached 12m people so far
Global Disability Innovation HubApril 19, 2021GlobalWe are delighted to announce that the AT2030 programme has been recognised as; excellent ‘Exceeding Expectations’ by funders UK Aid and has already reached 12 million people in more than 31 countries.
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Global Disability Innovation Hub becomes the worlds first WHO Collaborating Centre on Assistive Technology
Global Disability Innovation Hub, Global Cooperation on Assistive TechnologyMarch 15, 2021GlobalThe Global Disability Innovation Hub (GDI Hub), based at UCL, is the first organisation to be awarded the status of World Health Organisation (WHO) Official Collaborating Centre on Assistive Technology (AT). Led by GDI Hub’s Academic Director, Professor Cathy Holloway, the WHO Collaborating Centre will focus on driving global disability innovation to work towards a fairer world through access to assistive and accessible technology.
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First ever global guide for assistive technology to improve the life of millions
Global Disability Innovation Hub, UNICEF, World Health OrganizationMarch 4, 2021GlobalThe new WHO Assistive Products Specifications is the first global guide for quality-assured assistive products, containing specs for 26 prioritised assistive products, including the minimum quality requirements for manufacturing. Funded by UK Aid under the AT2030 programme, the work is a major milestone to drive high quality, affordable AT globally.
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Assistive Tech Impact Fund: £4m fund trialling impact investment
Global Disability Innovation Hub, Brink, Catalyst Fund, Tamara GiltsoffDec. 3, 2020GlobalOn the International Day of People with Disabilities, the new Assistive Tech Impact Fund (ATIF) has been launched out of the UK Aid-funded AT2030 programme, led by the Global Disability Innovation (GDI) Hub. It is a collaboration between GDI Hub, Brink, Tamara Giltsoff and Catalyst Fund. The partnership combines deep expertise in AT, innovation and venture building in Africa, respectively.
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UK Aid funding to support 10.5 million more people with access to life changing Assistive Technology through three innovative investments
Global Disability Innovation HubDec. 3, 2020GlobalToday, on International Day of Persons with Disabilities, Global Disability Innovation Hub (GDI Hub) is proud to announce three new innovative investments to reach an additional 10.5 million people as part of the UK Aid funded AT2030 programme.
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IPC to provide free to air coverage of Toyko 2020 Paralympic Games in Sub-Saharan Africa thanks to support from UK Aid
Loughborough University, The International Paralympic Committee (IPC)Dec. 2, 2020GlobalThis broadcast initiative is a key element of the Para Sport Against Stigma project between the IPC, Loughborough University, and the University of Malawi, Chancellor College, which aims to support social change and overcome stigma and discrimination against persons with disabilities in Africa. Para Sport Against Stigma is part of AT2030, a programme funded by UK Aid and led by the Global Disability Innovation Hub.
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Sports Against Stigma: ImPOSSIBLE Educators on mission to overcome stigma in Africa
The International Paralympic Committee (IPC)Nov. 28, 2020GlobalThis particular November course was the first activity of the collaborative project Para Sport Against Stigma aiming to overcome stigma and discrimination against persons with disabilities in Africa. This project is part of the AT2030 programme.
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Sports Against Stigma: Loughborough University to play role in £1million+ Para Sport Against Stigma project that aims to change attitudes towards people with disabilities in Africa
Loughborough UniversityNov. 20, 2020GlobalThe project – Para Sport Against Stigma – will investigate the use of Para sport as a catalyst for change in attitudes about disability and assistive technology (AT) in Ghana, Malawi, and Zambia.
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Launch of the assistive technology capacity assessment ATA C tool
GATE, Irene CalvoNov. 19, 2020GlobalThe ATA-C can be used for awareness raising, policy and programme design and ongoing monitoring and evaluation by policy-makers, decision-makers and country governments involved in assistive technology work. The ATA-C implementation process can also serve to bring diverse stakeholders together and build momentum for action.
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African Inclusive Employment Innovators sought for Assistive Technology Acceleration Opportunity with Innovate Now
Global Disability Innovation Hub, AMREF Health AfricaOct. 15, 2020GlobalAfrica’s first Assistive Technology Accelerator, Innovate Now, is launching the third call for application from innovators across the African continent to develop technologies and services designed to assist people living with disabilities around the theme of the Future of Inclusive Employment.
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Powering Inclusion: AI and Assistive Technology. Call for evidence.
Global Disability Innovation HubSept. 8, 2020GlobalAs part of the AT2030 Programme, UNESCO's International Research Centre on Artificial Intelligence (IRCAI), UCL's Global Disability Innovation Hub (GDI Hub), the European Disability Forum (EDF), and the Jožef Stefan Institute (JSI) are seeking ideas to help build a research agenda on Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Assistive Technology (AT).
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Country Investment Fund (CIF) launched
Global Disability Innovation HubJune 11, 2020GlobalAs part of the continued work in this AT2030 subprogramme, the Country Investment Fund (CIF) will support 3-5 grants in Africa that have already completed a CCA.
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Hearing Aid Product Narrative launched during World Hearing Day
Global Disability Innovation Hub, ATscale, Clinton Health Access Initiative, Margaret SavageMarch 3, 2020GlobalIn celebration of World Hearing Day on March 3rd, AT2030 and ATscale, the Global Partnership for Assistive Technology, launched the publication: “Hearing Aid Product Narrative: A Market Landscape and Strategic Approach to Increasing Access to Hearing Aids and Related Services in Low- and Middle-Income Countries.”
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WHO and UNICEF started Open Consultations for 27 Assistive Product Specifications (APS)
Nov. 6, 2019GlobalGDI Hub is supporting WHO GATE and UNICEF on conducting the Open Consultations for 27 Assistive Product Specifications (APS).
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Hogan Lovells is part of the movement to accelerate Disability Innovation for a Fairer World by supporting AT2030
Sept. 2, 2019GlobalHogan Lovells is enabling all of this work, through its pro and low bono legal support.
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UK government to double investment in AT2030 to £19.8million because of 'amazing early results'
Global Disability Innovation HubMarch 28, 2019GlobalThe Minister of State for International Development, Lord Bates, announced today at the Sightgeist event in London, that the UK government is doubling its investment in the flagship AT2030 programme from £10million to £19.8million. This will be 100% matched by the private sector, country governments, academic institutions, NGOs and other partners.