NUST hosts assistive technology, inclusion summit

By Our Correspondent
June 14, 2025
A block of the National University of Science & Technology (NUST) Islamabad. — National Science and Technology Park/File
A block of the National University of Science & Technology (NUST) Islamabad. — National Science and Technology Park/File

Islamabad:Themed on “Transformative Solutions for Inclusive Development: the Role of Innovation in Fueling an Accessible and Equitable World,” the Assistive Technology and Inclusion Summit (ATIS-2025) at NUST brought together over 200 change makers, experts, and stakeholders.

Organised jointly by NUST and Pak Everbright Development Organization (PEDO), ATIS-2025 served as a vital platform to address the critical need for assistive products, especially digital devices, for differently-abled persons and senior citizens in Pakistan.

The summit aimed to bridge the gap between users and service providers, raise awareness about assistive technology, and create opportunities for cost-effective availability and maintenance of these crucial devices locally. One of the summit’s key highlights was a panel discussion on "Innovation for Accessibility: The Role of Academia, Industry, and Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) in advancing Inclusion." Industry leaders and field experts shared thought-provoking insights, with focus on current resources available for differently-abled persons and how different strategies and steps could help in making an inclusive future.