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              • The photo shows a group of children and young adults, likely of South Asian origin, gathered in front of a banner. The banner highlights the ICT (Information and Communication Technology) training of children with visual impairment on laptops and mobiles. The children are holding up what appear to be smartphones with screens displaying an interface, possibly indicating a tool or app designed to assist visually impaired users. The image conveys a sense of community, learning, and the empowering role of technology in enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities. The setting suggests an event or gathering to promote accessibility and inclusion through technological education.

                A concerted effort for the usage of accessible ICT devices supporting children with disabilities in low-income contexts

                Sightsavers India, a national NGO, promotes inclusive education with accessible ICT devices in remote areas. In 2022, it supported over 6,000 visually impaired learners across mainstream primary and secondary schools.
                Sightsavers India, Eight-State Inclusive Education Programme, India

              • A free online ICT accessibility course, accessible by the blind and deaf

                The ICT Accessibility Open Online Course (MOOC) is a six-week, 100-hour course taught by accessibility experts. The self-paced format encourages interaction between students and instructors. The project was initiated in 2016 and by 2017 7,636 enrollments from 169 countries had been received.
                AMAC - Accessibility Solutions & Research Center, ICT Accessibility MOOC Education for All, United States of America

              • Persons with disabilities working as call centre agents at Xceed.

                A national effort to promote employment in the ICT sector

                The programme equips people with various disabilities with the skills required for work in the ICT sector, and places them in appropriate companies. Launched in 2013, it has trained 467 people by 2016. 83% of them (one third women) are employed full-time in 16 companies and are paid entirely by their employers.
                MCIT - Egypt Ministry of Communications and Information Technology, Employment Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities Programme of 2013 Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), in cooperation with Misr El Kheir Foundation (MEK), Chamber of Communications and Information Technology (CIT) and Daesn, Egypt, Egypt

              • This photo depicts a diverse group of individuals in a modern learning environment, engaged in activities on their laptops. They appear focused and dedicated to their tasks. The presence of both men and women in the room reflects inclusivity and gender equality. The setting suggests a commitment to professional development and the empowerment of individuals through education and technology. The environment seems supportive and conducive to learning, highlighting the importance of providing equal opportunities for personal and professional growth.

                Comprehensive ICT skills empowerment programme for disadvantaged women and girls in sub-Saharan Africa

                Save Our Needy Organization (SON), Nigeria: Empowers underprivileged girls and women, focusing on digital, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills. In 2023, expanded to reach over 2,000 females in six Nigerian regions.
                Save Our Needy Organisation, Project Empower, Nigeria

              • Harmonization of ICT standards across the Atlantic

                In 2004 the international standards cooperation was initiated to create a framework for developing a wide range of applications that will make ICT products and services more accessible in both continents. Moreover, it facilitates trade between these regions. By 2017, 90% of all standards have been harmonized.
                United States Access Board, United States – European Union – U.S. Access Board & European Commission – International e-Accessibility Standards, United States of America

              • A government-run inclusive employment ICT-platform used by several countries

                Bangladesh's NISE project facilitated 2,000 employments for persons with disabilities by 2024. It offers career guidance, skill development, and job fairs through its inclusive ICT platform backed by UNDP.
                a2i - Aspire To Innovate, National Intelligence for Skills, Education, Employment, and Entrepreneurship, Bangladesh

              • Business and government-backed vocational training and job placement in the ICT sector

                EmployAbility by the Guyana Council offers ICT and entrepreneurship training for individuals with disabilities. From 2016-2024, 624 were trained, with 42% employed and 80 starting businesses with grants.
                Guyana Council of Organisations for Persons with Disabilities, EmployAbility programme, Guyana

              • A playground with accessibility features.

                Towards a universally designed city of Oslo in 2025

                The strategy requires all new government-operated buildings, parks, public spaces, and transport systems to have Universal Design implemented from a project’s inception and for this to be included in the overall building costs. In 2017 the majority of government buildings were already fully accessible.
                City of Oslo, Department of Primary Health and Social Affairs, Norway – City of Oslo – Department for Health and Social Affairs – Comprehensive Universal Design plan by 2025, Norway

              • A large ICT consulting company implementing a global programme to support neurodiverse employees

                Capgemini's NeuroInclusion program creates ICT jobs for individuals with disabilities. By 2024, 5,000 employees across 6 countries received training for an inclusive workplace.
                Capgemini, NeuroInclusion Programme, France

              • Assessment, training, and job coaching for ICT professionals with autism

                Critical Software in Portugal launched a Neurodiversity Program in 2021, hiring 28 autistic individuals in ICT roles. The initiative expanded to other companies and cities by 2024.
                Critical Software, Neurodiversity Programme, Portugal