Middle East and UAE Disability News | Publications
Summary: The "Middle East and UAE Disability News" section of Disabled World compiles diverse publications relevant to individuals with disabilities, seniors, and related communities in the region. These include news articles, reports, studies, and potentially peer-reviewed papers covering topics such as accessibility, healthcare, education, social inclusion, legal rights, and technological advancements. The information offered can be valuable for understanding current issues, available resources, personal stories, and ongoing efforts to improve the lives of people with disabilities and older adults in the Middle East and UAE.
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| Title and Description | Ed | Publish Revised |
|---|---|---|
| AccessAbilities Expo 2023 to Feature 250 Exhibitors and Brands from 50 Countries AAE 2023 Dubai to showcase the latest Assistive Technology for the first time to serve 50 million People of Determination in the Middle East region. | 16 Aug 2023 | |
| UAE Praised for Inclusive Agenda The 5th AccessAbilities Expo in Dubai from 9-11 October will introduce the newest technologies and latest innovations to visitors from the UAE and the wider Middle East region. | 29 May 2023 16 Aug 2023 | |
| Dubai Festival of Joy for Children with ASD and Down Syndrome The event was organised to mark the UAE's observing of the International Autism Day and Down Syndrome Day that falls on March 21 and April 2 every year, respectively. | 28 Mar 2022 7 Apr 2022 | |
| Mashhad Creates Accessible Playgrounds for Disabled Children Mashhad Municipality develops accessible playground equipment in eight city parks, including a dedicated play area designed specifically for autistic children. | ✓ ✓ | 8 Jan 2022 17 Dec 2025 |
| Qatar Launches Doha Declaration for Disability Rights Qatar Foundation for Social Work unveils the Doha Declaration, establishing action-oriented guidelines for integrating disability rights into global policy. | ✓ ✓ | 8 Dec 2019 22 Jan 2026 |
| Nearly 25% of Children Live in Conflict or Disaster Stricken Countries UNICEF states an estimated 535 million children live in countries affected by conflict or disaster, often without access to medical care, quality education, proper nutrition and protection. | 11 Dec 2016 5 Sep 2020 | |
| The Syrian War and People with Disabilities A look at the war in Syria with a focus on military and civilian injuries resulting in disability or death. | 3 Sep 2013 30 Aug 2021 | |
| Potential for MERS Coronavirus to Spread Internationally Researchers find MERS coronavirus that emerged in the Middle East may spread and encourage healthcare providers to learn from the experience of SARS. | 21 Jul 2013 24 Jan 2020 | |
| Middle East is Forecasted to be the Future in Clinical Trials The Middle East is forecasted to be one of the fastest growing markets for clinical research trials. | 21 Aug 2011 23 Dec 2017 |
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