حصلت دبي على التصنيف الرسمي العالمي بوصفها أول وجهة سياحية معتمدة للتوحد في النصف الشرقي للكرة الأرضية، وذلك ضمن خطوة تعكس الجهود الحثيثة التي تبذلها الإمارة لجعل العروض والتجارب السياحية…
Dubai has officially gained recognition as the first Certified Autism Destination™ in the Eastern Hemisphere – a designation which underscores a citywide effort to make the tourism proposition more accessible…
The Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Cinema City – Al Qana, Abu Dhabi, to provide exclusive discounts and special…
Modern technologies and innovative initiatives for 50 million People of Determination in the Middle East Dubai to host the 7th edition of AccessAbilities Expo (AAE) in October Three-day exhibition to…
IATA workshop at AccessAbilities Expo focuses on assistive technology to help people of determination Iman El Asady: By embracing innovative solutions, we pave the way for a future where everyone…
Dubai: The UAE will launch an “Autism Ambassador” programme in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) to train and support families and caregivers of individuals with autism, the Ministry…
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed opens sixth edition of AccessAbilities Expo 2024 in Dubai World’s largest specialized event for people of determination attracts 250 exhibitors and rehab centres from 50 countries…
du’s participation aims to empower People of Determination and provide the latest technologies to enhance their quality of life, paving the path towards a more inclusive and accessible future for…
The Department of Community Development - Abu Dhabi, has partnered with PureHealth, to employ 100 People of Determination in the healthcare sector. The partnership between the two entities aims to empower and integrate People…
Abu Dhabi: Abu Dhabi Police have fulfilled the wish of a young Arab girl with determination, bringing joy and admiration to her family. Rand, a special child, had long admired…
Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination (ZHO) has launched a masterclass training programme in partnership with the Higher Institute for Psychomotor Therapy (ISRP) from France, which focuses on applying Psychomotor…
Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination has launched the first comprehensive interactive and recreational bag for People of Determination with visual impairments. The organisation is distributing 20 free bags…
Furthering Dubai's commitment to accessible travel and to raise awareness of autism, Emirates invited 30 UAE families with neurodiverse children to have a real check in experience and familiarisation flight…
Accessible tourism to gain momentum as 4th Accessible Travel and Tourism International Conference kick-off in Dubai on 11 January 2024 Conference to debate mobility and inclusiveness for over 1.3…
أبوظبي في 17 سبتمبر / وام / أبرمت مؤسسة زايد العليا مذكرة تفاهم مع مواصلات الإمارات لتعزيز الشراكة بينهما بشأن تقديم أفضل الخدمات لأصحاب الهمم منتسبي المؤسسة، والتعاون لتنفيذ مبادرة…
برعاية من معالي مديرة جامعة الأميرة نورة بنت عبدالرحمن الدكتورة إيناس بنت سليمان العيسى، ينظم مركز المحاكاة وتنمية المهارات في الجامعة مؤتمر "تجمع أخصائي تكنولوجيا محاكاة الرعاية الصحية" وذلك في…
Dubai strives to enhance its offerings for travellers with special needs As a leading global destination, Dubai aims to improve travel accessibility for visitors with special needs, known as ‘People…
ABU DHABI, 16th June, 2023 (WAM) -- Topland General Trading Company has approved Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO) as an exclusive centre for the manufacture and production…
ABU DHABI, 11th June, 2023 (WAM) -- Sheikh Hazza bin Hamdan bin Zayed Al Nahyan honoured the winners of the 10th edition of the Braille Story Reading Award for the…
Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination, represented by its Zayed City Centre for Care and Rehabilitation in Al Dhafra, is organising the First Al Dhafra Forum for People of…
A new initiative for providing healthcare services to People of Determination through a remote care platform will soon be introduced in Abu Dhabi, according to authorities. The move follows the…
Ajman: The Ajman Transport Authority carried out 4,295 trips for the transportation of people of determination in 2022 as part of the authority’s efforts to provide free services to them.…
New guidance that will facilitate transport for disabled people has been announced by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), which will include the transportation of mobility aids such as walkers…
The Dubai Taxi Corporation (DTC) of the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has enhanced its fleet and services for people of determination benefiting from its school bus services. DTC is…
Cerebral palsy may have claimed her arms, but for Emirati artist Moza Abdullah Bin Zeban, nothing can claim her spirit. The 45-year-old woman of determination with paralysed arms uses her…
Amid the drab warehouses in Dubai’s industrial Al Quoz area, a vibrant art studio stands out with an open invitation to visitors to come in and meet some outstanding homegrown artists. A…
Backpack brand JanSport has launched its collection of highly accessible crossbody bags and backpacks aimed at consumers with disabilities. Both the Central Adaptive Backpack and Central Adaptive Crossbody, which are…
Beauty has come on leaps and bounds when it comes to diversity and inclusivity, yet there is one frontier it's still yet to fully conquer. Disability. The World Health Organisation…
Bundaberg dad Steve Richter has often struggled to find accessible destinations and activities — but he doesn't let that get in the way of enjoying holidays with his daughter. "I…
Tokyo has been named one of the most accessible cities in the world in a survey carried out by Valuable 500, a global business collective consisting of 500 companies innovating…
Sharjah: The Masarat Center for Development and Empowerment of the Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services (SCHS) organised on Thursday the 1st job fair for people of determination in cooperation with…
Inspired by the story of Jessica Cox, the world’s first armless pilot, Launch She supports women empowerment and people of determination A young girl on wheelchair dreams about flying planes…
Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Organising Committee of the Global Information Technology Challenge regarding the Emirate of Abu Dhabi…
In the suburbs of Kikuyu in Kiambu county, two young men are fiddling with wires and electric cables in their workshop, their grandmothers' former granary. Moses Kiuna, 29, and his…
The man who created the Steadicam, responsible for the smooth tracking shots you see in TV and movies, is back with a new invention hoping to give mobility to those…
Ahmed Al Mousawi, 12, is an accomplished pianist. The Emirati, who has autism, enjoys the rhythm of songs and recognises all notes. He received the Talent Award from the Abu Dhabi…
The invention of the World Wide Web in 1989 brought about life-changing tools for everyone who can access the Net. Some of these tools - online banking, shopping and communication - have…
Researchers at the Houston-based Rice University have developed a Pneumatic Assistive Device for People with Disabilities. The technology includes an air pump mounted in the wearer’s shoe, providing pneumatic power…
The curtains on the sixth edition of summer activities for the People of Determination have ended, concluding eight weeks of fun and learning activities that witnessed the participation of 250…
The Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination has signed a contract with the Abu Dhabi Legacy - formerly Armed Forces Officers’ Club and Hotel- on supplying cheese products and…
Disability equipment aims to help people who have a physical disability and may be limited and restricted in the way they can move. There are many benefits of utilising disability…
The Zayed Higher Organisation (ZHO) for People of Determination has launched an initiative to enable People of Determination to walk cross-country distances. The initiative is in partnership with device and…
A group of People of Determination has taken part in the indoor skydiving and flying event at CLYMB Abu Dhabi, the world’s largest indoor skydiving flight chamber. The Zayed Higher…
Developments in Hearing Technology Globally, millions of people suffer from loss of hearing and this ranges from mild, moderate, to severe. Advancements in audiology, a science that deals with hearing…
After successfully launching the pilot phase of a highly-innovative Artificial Intelligence-powered device for the visually impaired – Smart Vision Glasses, in late 2021, Vision-Aid is now embarking on the next phase. This…
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A STAIRLIFT AND A HOME LIFT The advantages of having a lift at home are endless and there is a suitable solution for everyone’s needs. However, when…
Voco Chat is now in Arabic! Voco Chat is now available in Arabic. Voco Chat is designed by Smartbox with Consort World support for Arabic speaking region. It is a…
ARASCA presents, Extra Stair Chair from Meber with a tracked system to go down the stairs for the people of determination. The frame is entirely built of lightweight aluminium alloy.…
Lightening the burden of disability is the shared responsibility of individuals in society. (Handbook of the rights of people of Determination) One of the important ways of doing that is…
It’s a very broad term though putting it in simple words it’s a feeling of belonging. Inclusion can be achieved at different levels be it in academic, social or corporate…
The policies to empower People of Determination and ensure their integration into society remain an integral part of the government’s vision, the UAE Minister of Community Development Her Excellency Hessa…
One in four adults in the United States of America, it had been estimated, lives with a disability, ranging from physical and motor impairments caused by conditions like cerebral palsy…
In today’s digital world, there are several ways People with Disabilities can use technology to improve their career prospects. They can leverage these options to make their dream job a…
An Abu Dhabi-based startup is working to place more than 100 People of Determination this year across the region in equal-paying and progressive jobs. The startup, ImInclusive, connects People of…
A group of 20 children from Senses Residential and Day Care for Special Needs (Senses) has visited the newly-opened Mohammed bin Rashid Library, Dubai’s latest beacon of culture and learning.…
Nina’s story: How assistive technology is improving her quality of life Mariam Gelashvili's baby girl, Nina, suffered from birth asphyxia and spent 1 month in the intensive care unit and…
Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince…
The Standard Luggie portable mobility scooter comes with the latest battery technology as it uses a Lithium Polymer battery, which is the same technology being used in the latest electric…
The UAE has established a national approach to transform challenges into opportunities and achieve growth and qualitative achievements in all areas. People of determination are progressing with the support and…
'We were able to use the same design as our mainstream collection but add innovative modifications and make dress easier.' For people with multiple sclerosis (MS) and other disabilities, getting dressed can…
Produced jointly by the World Health Organization (WHO) and UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF), The Global Report on Assistive Technology presents new evidence of the global need for - and access to –…
Jochem-Jan Sleiffer says employing people of determination is at the top of his agenda Jochem-Jan Sleiffer, the area president for Hilton in the Middle East, Africa and Turkey, wants to employ…
The 5th meeting of the People of Determination Higher Committee, held through visual technology and chaired by Hessa bint Essa Buhumaid, Minister of Community Development, recommended the necessity of an…
WeWALK – Smart Cane that facilitates the mobility of people with visual impairment during the pandemic and beyond. Gradual return to normal life after the outbreak of COVID-19 is currently…
Technology Intelligent Material Solutions (IMS) is taking a new technology to helping the blind and visually impaired (BVI) navigate in cities and other environments, using a technology that dovetails on…
3D Printed Bracelet Australian researchers are developing a 3D printed bracelet to allow people living with hand impairment to easily use computers and play video games. People who cannot use…
As we are approaching summer season in UAE, families are currently planning their trips and bookings and flights. The process is not as easy for families with children of determination.…
In an effort to ensure a healthy learning environment for People of Determination, Dubai Cares, a civil society organization formally associated with the United Nations Department of Global Communications, announced…
The rollout is part of the third phase of the ‘Train Safely’ initiative, which, once fully implemented, will provide the highest level of safety and care for people of determination…
Egyptian Ministry of Youth and Sports has opened 20 state-of-the-art centres to provide free service on development of skills and rehabilitation of people of determination in 12 governorates. The opening…
The European Wellness Biomedical Group (EW Group), through its Malaysian subsidiary European Wellness Academy, and Dubai-based healthcare distribution and technology group, AK International, have partnered to strengthen medical and wellness tourism linkages, particularly…
DESIGN We observe customers’ demands by listening and noting what we found to innovate beautiful and practical products. Each product is launched through tens of thousands of discussions and verification…
Immersive Reality spaces are the next generation of VR learning environments! The ground-breaking platform combines high-definition projection on multiple walls and floors, with stunning audio to produce sensory experiences which…
DASS Solutions is a company that is passionate about accessibility. We support, enable, and champion people with disabilities (of determination) in any way that we can. DASS Solutions are the…
I’ve traveled to many places around the world since I broke my neck and became paralyzed from the chest down. As a result of my accident, I use a wheelchair…
A few hours after Paris Fashion Week ended, more than 70 models strutted down a catwalk in Los Angeles. This was no hushed affair; instead, shouts, cheers, hoots, and applause…
To promote access and inclusion for customers with disabilities, Perth Airport in Australia has constructed the Changing Places facility at Terminal 1 and introduced its Hidden Disabilities program. These developments…
The U.S. Department of Transportation announced last week that they have published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM). Single-aisle airplanes are currently not required to make their bathrooms accessible for…
The government has announced a £2.5 million package to support disabled people to travel more confidently on our transport network as it reopens after coronavirus (COVID-19). The new funding will…
Assistive technology company Envision has unveiled its latest version of Smart Glasses. The product uses AI technology to assist the blind. Debuted at the CSUN Assistive Technology Conference earlier this…
Hearing loss is more common than many people may recognize. According to the World Health Organization, roughly 5 percent of the global population requires rehabilitation to address disabling hearing loss,…
AccessAbilities Expo and Union of Arab Chambers sign a cooperation agreement to guide Arab innovators to serve millions of People of Determination The General Secretariat of the Union of Arab…
Dubai hosted the 2022 edition of the World Archery Para Championships from February 22 to 27, with Paralympic and World champions among 223 para-archers from 40 nations in action. This…
Dubai Electricity and Water Authority "DEWA", in cooperation with the Dubai Center for People of Determination, organized an interactive awareness workshop entitled "My Language is My Identity", to introduce the…
Global technology giant Microsoft is working to reduce the ‘disability divide’. People with Disabilities are the largest minority group in the world with a collective global buying power of UU$8…
The UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) has conducted consultations with over 100 organizations within the global disability movement from October to December 2021 “Our strategy is rooted in…
Technology today has become the norm in the classroom. It has improved students’ learning experience by availing different types of learning resources. For students with physical and other disabilities, the…
Free parking for People of Determination is valid for all lots in Abu Dhabi Airport People of Determination can now avail of free parking at Abu Dhabi Airport. The capital’s…
by Nathalie Herbelles There are many reasons why we must enhance the accessibility of airports to persons with disabilities. It is, first of all, a human imperative. Providing all individuals with full and…
Al-Sahli: 142 billion euros annually as a result of the reluctance of millions of people with disabilities to travel The Kuwaiti Association for Parents of Persons with Disabilities, represented by…
Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum with Majid Usaimi and other dignitaries at the opening of Dubai Accessible Tourism International Summit. Dubai: Leaders, experts, other stakeholders from the UAE and…
His Highness Sheikh Ahmed honors champions of empowerment of People of Determination Assistive technology helping 50 million disabled people in the Middle East Dubai, United Arab Emirates: February 5, 2020: His…
A person with a disability, his or her guardian, or anyone who witnesses a violation, should report the incident to relevant authorities A new law issued in Dubai aims…
For The First Time At The Regional Level Zayed Higher Organization for People of Determination (ZHO) announced its accession to Rehabilitation International (RI), a worldwide non-profit organization founded in 1992…
Airports, airlines and hotels need to create awareness and educate their staff. People of determination in the UAE have called for introduction of special passports for them and also…
