Unlock the everyday: Advancing the SDGs through the power of assistive technology

Tuesday, 16 January, 2024, 07:00-08:30 CET

People’s Café

Join Devex and ATscale as we explore the transformative power of assistive technology, or AT, to revolutionize the lives of millions worldwide.

Access to AT, a critical enabler for people living with disabilities and for older people to fully engage in school, work, and community activities, remains a critical challenge for too many. An estimated 2.5 billion people are AT users, needing to access eyeglasses, wheelchairs, prosthetics, or hearing aids.

Ninety percent of that need is not met in low-income countries, where the potential to unlock lives and achieve the SDGs is immense.

This event brings together political leaders, investors, and the private sector to explore innovative strategies for expanding access to AT and unlocking the potential of millions around the globe.

Moderated by Raj Kumar, President and Editor-in-Chief, Devex

With

Pascal Bijleveld, CEO, ATscale, the Global Partnership for Assistive Technology

Léopoldine Huyghues Despointes, Filmmaker; global expert and advocate for people with disabilities; and former vice president of the World Disability Union

Samina Arif Alvi, First lady of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan

Caroline Casey, Founder, The Valuable 500

Louise James, Managing director, Accenture; global co-lead, Accenture Development Partnerships

Jorge Olague, Deputy director, private sector fundraising and partnerships, UNICEF

Gilles Carbonnier, Vice president, International Committee of the Red Cross