Assistive technologies in developing countries

This review looks at the availability of assistive technologies and efforts to make them more affordable and accessible

Abstract

Assistive technologies enable people to live healthy, productive, independent and dignified lives, yet most people who need them are currently unable to access them. This rapid review looks at examples of existing literature on the availability of assistive technologies and efforts to make these technologies more affordable and accessible in developing countries.

K4D helpdesk reports provide summaries of current research, evidence and lessons learned. This report was commissioned by the UK Department for International Development.

Citation

Rohwerder, B. (2018). Assistive technologies in developing countries. K4D Helpdesk Report. Brighton, UK: Institute of Development Studies.

Assistive technologies in developing countries

Published 1 March 2018