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Global accessibility is making big strides—not because every country is on the same page, but because the tech world is. Even in a time when international politics can feel all over the place, the global nature of technology is helping accessibility solutions travel far and wide. Big platforms, shar... Read More

In 2006, the United Nations General Assembly adopted the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), marking a historic turning point in global human rights. Twenty years later, the world stands at a moment of reflection and renewed commitment. Over these two decades, rapid technol... Read More

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept—it is shaping our present. From education to employment, AI is transforming how societies function. For persons with disabilities, the real measure of progress is not simply technological sophistication, it is whether they are empowered ... Read More

Monica Duhem is G3ict's Global Advisory Center (GAC) Director On November 26, 2025, G3ict proudly hosted the inaugural "Engage for Inclusion: A Collaborative Webinar on Building Resilient, Accessible Cities." This milestone event convened leaders, practitioners, and advocates from across the globe ... Read More

Abstract Despite their recognized relevance for supporting inclusive learning environments, digital accessibility and Universal Design for Learning (UDL) are not universally mandated or regulated by higher education legislation in many countries. The absence of comprehensive legal frameworks may i... Read More

In 2022, G3ict’s Global Policy Center published a three-part blog series exploring the critically important yet often overlooked connection between acquired disabilities and natural and human-caused disasters. Our initial post offered definitions, context, and an argument for increased attention to ... Read More

It was an honor to speak at the United Nations Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) this week. The focus of my presentation was a topic incredibly close to my heart and central to G3ict's mission: the United Nations Global Digital Compact (... Read More

The third Global Disability Summit (GDS), held in Berlin, Germany on April 2-3, 2025, was co-hosted by the Government of Germany, the Government of Jordan, and the International Disability Alliance (IDA). More than 4,700 participants representing organizations of persons with disabilities, public an... Read More

From March 17 to 18, 2025, RNIB Scotland hosted the Inclusive Design for Sustainability (IDS) Conference at the Glasgow Science Centre. The event brought together technology leaders, accessibility advocates, and innovators from across sectors to explore how emerging technologies can help build a mor... Read More

The recognition of persons with disabilities’ right to leadership reflects a central principle within the global disability community. For disability rights advocates, leadership entails ensuring that persons with disabilities are granted the opportunity to participate in dialogues and decision-maki... Read More

Dr. Mohammed Ali Loutfy, Director for Capacity Building and Advocacy at G3ict, participated in the Second Preparatory Committee Session for the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FfD4), held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York from December 3 to 6, 2024. As co-c... Read More

On December 3, 2024, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) was celebrated at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, under the theme, “Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future.” This annual event honors the contributions ... Read More