WHO invites stakeholders to join consultation to help update its Assistive Products Priority List
The World Health Organization (WHO) is organising an open online consultation in Europe to inform the update of the WHO Assistive Products Priority List (APL).…
Free guide provides a comprehensive framework for understanding and improving the assistive tech market
WHO/Europe has launched a free guide that offers a practical framework to help countries and stakeholders improve access to assistive technology (AT), through better understanding…
AT professionals can use new data tool for better decision-making and improving access to assistive tech
WHO/Europe has introduced a new data dashboard on the European Health Information Gateway, providing streamlined access to information and evidence related to assistive technology (AT)…
WHO summit will bring together key stakeholders to help accelerate global access to assistive tech
From 7-8 May 2025, the World Health Organization (WHO) will host the fourth GATE Summit, under the Global Cooperation on Assistive Technology (GATE) Initiative, and…
Powerful campaign highlights the importance of assistive tech for Paralympic athletes
The World Health Organization (WHO) and International Paralympic Committee (IPC) have teamed up to highlight the transformative impact of assistive technology on sports during the…
First ever global campaign to improve access to assistive tech launches
A new global campaign was launched today (16 January 2024) at the World Economic Forum in Davos, calling for urgent action to improve access to…
Video: Fascinating TEDx Talk discusses how everyone has a part to play in making AT accessible and equitable for all
Pascal Bijleveld, CEO of ATscale, recently delivered an eye-opening TEDx Talk about the transformative power of assistive technology in improving lives but how access to…
WHO wheelchair provision guidelines aim to improve timely access to appropriate products
Important wheelchair provision guidelines have been published that aim to support improved access to appropriate wheelchairs for all those in need, including children, older people,…
WHO provides necessary assistive technologies to Ukrainians in emergencies
The World Health Organization (WHO) has been working with Ukraine’s Ministry of Health to implement a project to provide internally displaced persons in the country…
WHO’s new training programme will give healthcare professionals the skills they need to provide assistive products
The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new “ground-breaking” assistive technology training programme that is designed to increase access to the world’s most-needed assistive…