Support ABLE
ABLE is on a mission to support talents with special needs, helping them achieve their full potential in education and independent living. Aligned with UN SDGs for quality education (SDG 4), inclusion (SDG 10), and equality (SDG 5), we drive change through:
๐ Providing Eligible AUB Students with Assistive Technology
๐Enabling an accessible educational journey for students with disabilities
๐ Cultivating inclusive practices on institutional levels
๐ Offering free role-based capacity-building training
๐ Establishing a public knowledge-base through the ABLE online library
๐ Forging strategic and community partnerships through networking activities
๐ Introducing organization level Assistive Technologies
๐ Nurturing community collaboration to integrate capabilities and efforts
๐ Equipping action owners and decision makers for sustainable accessibility
Join us in creating a world where everyone’s abilities shine. Support ABLE’s impact today!
Your 2023 Impactย
In 2023, thanks to your Support, ABLE’s striking ripple effect led to welcoming:
- 1000+ attendees from 38 countries
- 21 Assistive Tech Exhibitors
- 15 International Speakers
- 18 Main Sessions
- 11 DIY Workshops
- 9 Showcase Demos
- 8 “CreatAbility Activities”
- 7 Competition Winners
- 4 TV Engagement on leading broadcasting TVs
- 3 ministries’ representation
- 11 sponsors
- 43 partners (including outreach)
- $100k+ in cash and in-kind donations
- 2 AUB students received assistive technology aids.
Attend one of the biggest fora in the region!
Accessibility Arrangements:ย We are committed to providing a fully accessible environment for all attendees. Here are some of the accessibility features in place:
- Wheelchair users will have access from OSB Parking on the sea side, help on arrival will be provided.
- Live Captioning: All sessions will have live captioning to ensure accessibility for attendees with hearing impairments.
- Sign Language Interpretation: Sign language interpretation (LSL and ISL) will be available.
- Translation: Sessions will be translated into Arabic and English.
- Personal Escorts: If you require personal escort assistance, please contact orย maryk@aub.edu.lbย or reach out to our staff at the registration desk.
- Accessible Event Map: An accessible event map will be provided to guide you around the venue.
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