Assistive Technology Information Gap

The significant disparity in access to accurate, comprehensive, and contextually relevant information about assistive technology products, services, and best practices, particularly affecting people with disabilities in low and middle-income countries. This gap is caused by fragmented international marketplaces, rapidly evolving product landscapes, insular stakeholder groups, language barriers, low digital literacy, and limited professional resources. The information gap can lead to individuals receiving unsuitable assistive devices, being unaware of available options, or lacking the knowledge to maintain and use their equipment effectively. Bridging this gap requires accessible, localized information platforms that account for varying literacy levels and technological access.