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              • A girl with prosthetic legs smiles brightly as rehabilitation specialists support her in standing. Surrounded by encouragement, her determination and joy embody resilience, inclusion, and the transformative power of assistive technology and compassionate care.

                A global reuse network for affordable prosthetics

                Penta Medical Recycling runs a global network that collects, refurbishes and ships surplus prosthetic parts to accredited clinics. From 2018–2025 over 13,000 parts reached 29 countries. Upcycling costs about $50 per part, cutting waste and restoring mobility.
                Penta Medical Recycling, Collecting and Repurposing Used Prosthetic and Orthotic Equipment, United States of America

              • In a bright lab setting, a man in a wheelchair collaborates with another person at a computer. They appear to be testing adaptive technology, symbolizing innovation, teamwork, and how assistive design fosters independence and inclusion for people with disabilities.

                Hands-free computer and gaming access via head tracking and facial gesture and speech

                SensePilot is hands‑free software that uses a standard webcam and AI to track head movements and facial gestures for computer and gaming access. Co-designed with people with disabilities, it launched in May 2025, offers low-cost or free licenses, and is funded by grants and sales.
                SensePilot, SensePilot, Lithuania

              • A man presents an assistive technology project called “InFoot – Mouse USB,” demonstrating a computer mouse operated by foot movement. This inventive idea, developed for people with limited hand mobility, promotes digital inclusion and accessibility in everyday computing.

                Open-source creation and exchange of assistive devices and educational videos

                Real Problems, Real Solutions (Todos Podemos Ayudar) creates and shares open-source, low-cost assistive devices and educational videos. They provide DIY tutorials, affordable products, workshops and consulting, reaching thousands online and in person.
                Todos Podemos Ayudar, Real Problems, Real Solutions, Colombia

              • Beneficiaries of the More Capable Programme © SENCE

                Training and placing the vulnerable in Chile

                The programme supports financially particularly disadvantaged women, young people and people with disabilities on their way into the labour market through skills training, supported employment, and labour intermediation. In 2016, 5,235 people with disabilities were given the opportunity to receive training.
                Chilean National Training and Employment Service, More Capable Programme of 2014-2018
National Training and Employment Service (SENCE), Ministry of Labour and Social Security, Chile , Chile

              • Several children with visual impairments using the phone application on a trip.

                Audio descriptions-app making movies accessible for the blind

                My Dream Companion was developed by visually impaired YGA graduates and Turkcell, a mobile phone operator. The cost-free app provides audio descriptions of movies without requiring any other equipment or software. From 2015 to 2017 approximately 180,000 persons have benefitted from the app.
                YGA - Young Guru Academy, My Dream Companion, Turkey

              • The image displays two documents laid out on a white surface, each accompanied by a digital tablet, a cup of coffee, and some office supplies. The documents are titled "Programme Content Guidelines" and "Curriculum Design Blueprint." Below each document, there is a blue button labeled "ACCESS RESOURCE," indicating that these are likely digital resources related to educational materials or guidelines. The overall theme suggests a focus on educational planning and accessibility, which aligns with values of equality and justice in education. No people are visible in the image.

                European university alliance fostering inclusion by sharing tools and good practices

                CHARM-EU Alliance: Enhances European higher education inclusiveness and mobility. Focuses on creating inclusive environments and removing barriers. Provides free tools benefiting students, staff, and stakeholders worldwide.
                University of Barcelona, CHARM-EU, Spain

              • A group at an event poses against a SOFAN banner, showcasing unity in diversity. The group includes individuals with visible disabilities, highlighting inclusivity in social spaces.

                A social enterprise creating inclusive jobs in the digital

                marketing sector

                SOFAN in Chile trains individuals with disabilities in ICT via the SOFIA program. By 2024, 136 participants graduated, with 61 securing jobs using tailored, accessible resources.
                SOFAN Audiovisual Services, SOFIA programme, Chile

              • A group of 5 men women, one sitting in a wheelchair with a transportation device attached, stand in front of a wooden shed each holding up the "peace sign" with their hands.

                Accessible agriculture technology creating inclusive jobs in rural areas

                Initiated by Light for the World, an international NGO, the "Accessible Agriculture" project is assisting farmers with disabilities and older persons to participate in farming through the development of personalized assistive technology, adapting processes such as water transportation and mushroom growing.
                Light for the World Cambodia, Accessible Agriculture – The Agri-Lab Experience, Cambodia

              • A woman in a wheelchair smiles warmly in front of a bold red background that repeats the word "DIVERSITY." The image advocates for diversity and inclusion, emphasizing that diversity is essential, not just a trend, and highlighting the importance of equal representation and inclusion for all.

                A comprehensive and steadily growing employment model of a leading food retail company

                Kaufland Romania hires workers with disabilities via the ACCES model. By 2024, 450+ staff with disabilities joined the workforce, with inclusive tools in stores and an expansion to Moldova.
                Kaufland Romania, A.C.C.E.S. Programme, Romania

              • An app reviewing the accessibility of locations by user’s “yes” and “no”

                Access Earth discovered that a simple yes or no answer provides much more clarity than an elaborate three-star rating. One of the main focuses of the website and the app is to create an element of ease in the rating process. This allows users to make a quick, yet valuable, rating of a venue with the option to add any comments.
                Access Earth, Ireland