Assistive technology in developing countries: national and international responsibilities to implement the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

In developing countries, disability is often associated with poverty caused by reduced participation in education, work, and community life.1–4 Education and employment contributes to reduction of poverty, improvement of health, and increased participation in society.2,5,6 According to findings from studies in high-income countries, assistive technology can have a positive socioeconomic effect on the lives of people with disabilities by improving access to education and increasing achievement.7,8 The use of assistive technology is a successful strategy to help participation in work,9,10 and maintenance of health.

Publisher: Elsevier PMID: 19944867 shortDOI: 10/cfn5gp