Cross-Border Accessibility Research

Research collaborations that span national, cultural, and economic boundaries to address accessibility challenges that affect disabled people worldwide. Cross-border accessibility research aims to bridge the gap between well-resourced research institutions in the Global North and communities in the Global South where most disabled people live. Key challenges include power imbalances between collaborating institutions, language barriers, visa and travel constraints, differing ethical review processes, and ensuring that research benefits flow equitably to all partners and communities involved.