From Policy to Prototype: Advancing Disability Inclusion through Assistive Technology and Urban Innovation

Partnerships for co-creation of knowledge and research
Knowledge-sharing on a specific topic, method, and/or output
Awareness-raising on a specific topic, method, and/or output

Akshay Jain

Manager- Advocacy

23 Jun | 17:00–17:25
organization
National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People
country
India
language
English; French; Spanish; Arabic; Russian; Chinese; Other (please specify)
Reference: 
CR13-11
Multi-level Governance and Partnerships
Justice and Equity
Insight to Impact (Research and Practice) (60-minute session)
Conference room 13 (CR13)
Streaming on MS Teams

Summary

Rapid urbanization and climate pressures are reshaping cities, yet persons with disabilities remain excluded from urban innovation ecosystems. Assistive technologies- when aligned with strong advocacy and enabling policy frameworks- can transform access to mobility, housing, employment, and services. Drawing on NCPEDP’s advocacy work and Assistive Technology Hub experience, this session explores how cities can scale inclusive innovation that is affordable, locally driven, and policy-supported.


Objectives:

1. Demonstrate how advocacy accelerates adoption of assistive technologies in cities

2. Share lessons from operating an Assistive Technology Hub in a Global South context

3. Connect innovators, governments, and OPDs to co-create inclusive urban solutions

4. Identify pathways for scaling assistive technology through city systems

Partners

Organization
Country
National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People
India

Session panelists

Panelist
Role
Organization
Country
Arman Ali
Executive Director
National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People
India
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