This report presents the lessons learned from assistive technology country capacity assessments conducted in 2019 and 2020.
Technical support mission to Ukraine on disability, rehabilitation and assistive technology
As WHO has been supporting Ukraine in development of its rehabilitation services for a number of years, it was able to respond immediately. A technical mission was undertaken in July 2022 to assess the situation and requirements for rehabilitation and assistive technology, including for people with disabilities. This report summarizes the findings and action points from the mission to contribute to and support a collaborative, effective, inclusive response
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Publisher Name:
World Health Organization (WHO), Regional Office for Europe
Publisher Website:
https://www.who.int/europe
Publication Year:
2022
Languages:
English, Ukrainian
Resource in another language:
Country or Region:
Ukraine
Categories:
Awareness raising and advocacy, Evidence and data, Report
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