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              • This image shows a close-up of an open book with a tactile picture that a child is exploring with their hand. The page visible contains a large printed fish and text that reads "Big Fish was alone because it was so big. It could not play with little fishes." The tactile image is a raised outline of the same fish, allowing a child, possibly with visual impairments, to feel and understand the picture through touch. The book appears to be an educational tool designed for inclusive learning, promoting accessibility and catering to the needs of children with different abilities. The image embodies themes of understanding, inclusivity, and the importance of providing equal opportunities for learning and engagement for all children.

                Technology converting complex textbooks into Braille within hours

                Sensee in California created AI technology converting text to Braille rapidly and accurately, enhancing accessibility for visually impaired individuals in STEM education. From 2020 to 2023, they converted 1.5 million books.
                SENSEE, Sensee, United States of America

              • In a conference room, a diverse group of people, including a woman using a wheelchair and others from various backgrounds, are engaged in a discussion. A woman speaks passionately into a microphone held by a man seated beside her. The room exudes a collaborative and respectful environment focused on accessibility and empowerment. This scene emphasizes the values of equality, justice, and inclusion, highlighting the importance of amplifying voices within the disability community.

                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

              • Children walking on a ramp to enter a school facility.

                Disability-inclusive communities in remote areas

                The programme focuses on prevention of childhood Disability, Community Based Rehabilitation and strengthening community systems in order to continue the work using resources provided by local government authorities. Between 2015 and 2017 approximately 5,000 persons have benefitted from Inspire2Care.
                Karuna Foundation, Inspire2Care, Nepal

              • This image depicts an enormous accessible entertainment park with two huge towers and a silde, a long red bridge, a pirate boat and children playing in a sandpit with their parents.

                Major outdoor park developments based on Universal Design principles

                ACTServices Inc. is a US-based accessibility consulting firm. Since 2010, ACTServices has made two local parks accessible: Forest Glen Park (Illinois) and The Gathering Place (Oklahoma), considering especially children’s ability to experience the park and nature in general.
                ACT Services Inc., Universal Design in Outdoor Parks, United States of America

              • 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 group of diverse individuals stands together, each holding an award plaque. They are positioned under a sign reading "CareER Disability Inclusion Index Forum cum Inclusive Recruitment Fair 2023." The group represents different genders and ethnic backgrounds, embodying values of inclusion and respect for diversity, particularly in supporting equal employment opportunities.

                Supporting mainstream employers in hiring highly-educated persons with disabilities

                CareER Association Ltd., a Hong Kong DPO, promotes inclusive hiring for educated people with disabilities. Its 2021-launched Disability Inclusion Index (DII) helps 30 employers yearly enhance inclusivity, enabling 200 job placements annually.
                CareER Association, CareER Disability Inclusion Index (DII), China - Hong Kong

              • Online accessibility self-check tool for companies

                Barrier-Check educates and trains companies about barrier-free requirements. The site allows users to get a traceable and clear analysis of their own situation regarding accessibility by using selectable modules. Since its launch in 2015, more than 11,000 users have accessed the website more than 90,000 times.
                OEZIV - Austrian Civil Invalid Association, Barrier Check, Austria

              • A man in the office watching a Youtube video on the PC with captions.

                How to support your embassies in producing captioned videos

                The Department of State produces or owns nearly 20,000 videos per year in more than 70 languages on a huge range of topics. Using cloud services, the DOS has been able to make the process of captioning videos easier. DOS can now caption live video in two languages, and pre-recorded video in over 70 languages.
                US Department of State, Global Video Captioning Program, United States of America

              • Two women stand together in a booth displaying rehabilitation and accessibility equipment. Their confident expressions and professional setting reflect innovation and leadership in inclusive design, advancing dignity and independence for people with disabilities.

                Women-led company producing and selling affordable, assistive devices

                Lord Rehabilitation Equipment, based in Tehran, is a women-led company that designs and produces affordable assistive devices (40+ products). Over 37,000 people have used its products. More than 70% of the staff are women or people with disabilities. Self-sustained since 2018.
                Lord Rehabilitation Equipment, Lord Care Products, Iran

              • A display of Persil laundry detergent capsules in eco-friendly packaging highlights environmental responsibility. The products emphasize stain removal and sensitive-skin care, reflecting innovation aimed at both sustainability and consumer well-being.

                Multinational company applying accessible QR codes on the packages of its products

                Unilever’s Accessible QR (AQR) adds scannable codes to product packs. The codes provide audio, large text and screen‑reader content with product name, ingredients, instructions and warnings. Built with Zappar and RNIB, the system reached 25 markets and 58+ brands by 2025.
                Unilever, Accessible QR (AQR) initiative, United Kingdom