Assistive technologies (AT) are increasingly recognized as essential tools for improving quality of life, enhancing workforce participation, and promoting social inclusion. These technologies range from low-tech solutions like communication boards to high-tech devices, such as prosthetics, specialized computers, and adaptive software. They help people overcome challenges related to mobility, communication, vision, hearing, cognition, and daily self-care activities.

In an interview with Azernews, Turana Aliyeva, National Professional Officer for Disability Rehabilitation and the Assistive Technology Program at the World Health Organization, emphasized the central goal of these initiatives: “Our main purpose and goal is to make health services accessible for all, not only for people with disabilities, but for everyone who may need assistive technology. Currently, our program is focusing on strengthening access to assistive technology for all categories of people who might need it.”

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