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On World Assistive Technology Day, we're recognizing the importance of making quality assistive products available where and when they're needed.

Service providers in low-resource communities often face limited product choice, long delivery times, and complicated procurement processes that delay access to essential equipment. We help address these challenges by making quality assistive products more accessible.

When providers can access the right products, more people can get the support they need to live independently and participate fully in their communities.

ATscale, the Global Partnership for Assistive Technology

Walking aids help people move through everyday life more safely, confidently, and independently.

We offer a range of high-quality, affordable walking aids in both pediatric and adult sizes.

Designed to meet a variety of mobility needs, our walking aids can easily be added to larger assistive product orders for hospitals, clinics, humanitarian response efforts, and community-based programs.

Contact us to learn more: clasphub.org

We make sure people with disabilities can get quality mobility aids and other essential assistive products quickly and reliably during humanitarian emergencies.

Learn more or reach out to us at clasphub.org

We have a service provider network of 5 organizations across Asia and the Western Pacific. Each organization is a leader in providing high-quality, appropriate care based on WHO guidelines. Learn about our global service provider network 👉clasphub.org

In 2015, five organizations across Asia and the Western Pacific were recognized as CLASP Service Partners for their leadership in delivering high-quality wheelchair services:

• Frank Hilton Organization Fiji
• MAC Georgia
• Ucprukindonesia
• The Association of People with Disability - India
• Paraplegic Center Peshawar

As part of the partnership, each organization received a donated container of wheelchairs to expand local access to appropriate mobility aids.

More than a decade later, our partnerships continue to highlight the importance of investing in local organizations that understand the needs of the people they serve.

Learn more about CLASP Hub, our growing social enterprise, and our work to improve access to assistive products in low- and middle-income countries: clasphub.org

The right wheelchair can open the door to greater comfort, safety, participation, and inclusion. Stories like Arilise’s remind us why access matters. 💙

Seven-year-old Arilise, a young girl with Cerebral Palsy living in Tuvalu, had never owned a wheelchair. With no shops selling disability equipment on the island and limited rehabilitation services available, she spent most of her days lying on the ground or being carried by family members.

“Arilise doesn’t get much exposure outside the house. We want her to have a comfortable and enjoyable life. We want her to go out and see things and see people playing.” — Arilise’s father

Through a partnership between CBM, local disability organizations, and Wheels for Humanity, Arilise received a specialized wheelchair designed to support her posture and navigate Tuvalu’s rough terrain.

The impact was immediate. For the first time, Arilise could sit comfortably, explore her community, and interact more easily with the world around her. After just one day, she was already enjoying outings to the local market and was able to eat more safely and comfortably.

Stories like Arilise’s remind us that the right wheelchair is about far more than mobility — it means health, safety, independence, and inclusion.

📸: Arilise's wheelchair is a Participant Assistive Products Cub, offered through CLASP Hub

We have a service provider network of 10 organizations across eight countries in Africa. Each organization is a leader in providing high-quality, appropriate care based on WHO guidelines. Learn about our global service provider network at clasphub.org

In 2015, 10 organizations across eight African countries were recognized as CLASP Service Partners for their leadership in delivering high-quality wheelchair services and care.

As part of the partnership, each organization received a donated container of wheelchairs to help expand local access to appropriate mobility products and strengthen rehabilitation services in their communities.

More than a decade later, these partnerships continue to highlight the power of investing in local organizations that understand the needs of the communities they serve. 🌍♿

Learn more about CLASP and our work to improve access to assistive products worldwide: Momentum Wheels for Humanity

Cheshire Services Ethiopia-National Wheelchair Movement
BethanyKids - Kenya
Walkabout Foundation - Kenya
APDK - Kenya
QECH - Malawi
DAN - Somaliland
Shonaquip Social Enterprise – South Africa
Comprehensive Community Based Rehabilitation in Tanzania - CCBRT
CoRSU. For people with Disability - Uganda
Lorewo - Zimbabwe

We’re proud to support organizations like Walkabout Foundation in Kenya, whose work is helping people regain independence and reconnect with their communities.

After a spinal cord injury, Lazarus faced years of physical and emotional challenges. Through Walkabout Kenya, he received a clip-on wheelchair via CLASP—and today, he lives independently, supports his family’s business, and moves freely through his community.

“This wheelchair has truly been the key to my independence.”

Stories like Lazarus’ highlight the life-changing impact of quality, appropriate assistive products and services.

After a life-changing spinal cord injury, Lazarus faced a long road to recovery—physically, emotionally, and mentally. For years, he struggled with depression, pressure sores, and the painful feeling of depending on others for everyday tasks.

In 2023, everything began to change.

Through Walkabout Foundation in Kenya, Lazarus received a clip-on wheelchair. Today, he lives independently in his own home, manages all of his daily activities on his own, and travels to town to support his family’s rice business.

“What makes me happiest is being independent and no longer relying on others.”

He’s even customized his wheelchair with headlights and taillights so he can safely travel at night.

“This wheelchair has truly been the key to my independence.”

Stories like Lazarus’ remind us that the right assistive products can open the door to greater freedom, participation, and opportunity.