Tajikistan is making significant strides towards strengthening access to assistive technology (AT) through its commitment to the National Health Strategy 2030

At the 6th Inclusive Africa Conference, held on 3 - 5 June 32025 in Nairobi, Kenya, leaders from across the continent convened under the theme “Scaling Digital Accessibility through Innovation & Entrepreneurship”—rallying to harness innovation-driven solutions for disability inclusion.

4 June 2025 marked a powerful moment in the global movement for inclusion as  World Day for Assistive Technology (AT) was celebrated in countries around the world. From bustling conferences in Africa to grassroots radio campaigns in Asia, the event underscored a shared mission: making life-changing assistive technology accessible to all.

The 18th Session of the Conference of States Parties (COSP18) to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, policymakers, advocates, and innovators gathered for a side event hosted by ATscale and the International Labour Organization (ILO).

On World Humanitarian Day, ATscale and Handicap International - Humanity & Inclusion (HI) are joining forces to launch a groundbreaking campaign film and urgent call to action.

The Assistive Products Market Report 2025 provides an in-depth analysis of the demand landscape, supply chain costs and emerging innovations within the assistive products sector.

The Global Disability Summit 2025, held in Berlin on 2-3 April 2025, brought together over 4,500 participants from governments, organizations of persons with disabilities, and advocates who collectively committed to advancing disability inclusion and access to assistive technology (AT).

From 2023 to 2024,  ATscale invested in 12 countries to set them on the path towards stronger policy, systems and service delivery for assistive technology (AT) to support their readiness for future investment.

Following the devastating earthquake in Myanmar, ATscale is rapidly responding to the urgent needs of persons with injuries and disabilities affected by deploying essential assistive products kits.

ATscale has been working with the International Disability Alliance (IDA) on a project entitled “Boosting AT user engagement and knowledge, globally and locally”.

In Cambodia, the lack of access to affordable assistive technology presents a significant challenge for people with visual impairments.

ATscale has been working with the government of Kenya, Ministry of Health, through the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI) since April 2023 to increase access to rehabilitation services and assistive technology (AT) for those who need it.

On November 28, 2024, during the China Care and Rehabilitation Expo in Beijing an event entitled “International Dialogue: Improving Global Access to Assistive Technology” was co-hosted by the China Assistive Devices and Technology Center for Persons with Disabilities (CADTC) with support from the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI). This event marked a significant step forward towards enhancing market transparency and strengthening collaboration in the global assistive technology (AT) ecosystem.

Since 2023, ATscale has been supporting the government of Rwanda through UNICEF in implementing a three-year hearing programme for school-aged children. Activities include screening and provision of services in eight districts, enabling access to assistive technology for children in rural areas.

Hearing is one of our bridges to the world, connecting us to voices, music, laughter to enjoy life, and the education we need to access opportunities. However, hearing impairment so easily disrupts that connection, delaying development and/or dampening many children’s dreams and aspirations

In an event aimed at shaping the future for children and youth with disabilities, global leaders and advocates gathered to discuss the power of multi-stakeholder partnerships in transforming education and employment opportunities through inclusive education and access to assistive technology.

Campaigners call for policies that will enable millions more to access education and employment 

On World Humanitarian Day, ATscale, the Global Partnership for Assistive Technology, is urgently calling for increased access to assistive products in Gaza, as the number of people with injuries, disabilities and chronic health conditions being left behind is rising at an alarming rate.

The African Union took a significant step forward last month by committing to develop a comprehensive Assistive Technology (AT) strategy for Africa, recognizing the importance of accessible and affordable AT across Africa. 

This initiative is part of a broader effort by UNICEF headquarters and ATscale, the Global Partnership for Assistive Technology, to develop text-to-speech (TTS) voices for under-represented languages and dialects to foster global digital inclusivity. 'Vi vu' in Vietnamese southern dialect is a key outcome of this project, which was made possible through a collaborative effort with UNICEF Viet Nam.