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Miscellaneous'Different, Not Difficult': UAE Disability Advocate Shobhika Kalra Shares Inspiring Journey in New Memoir
UAE disability advocate Shobhika Kalra has launched her memoir, 'The World Wasn't Built for Me, So I Built My Own,' detailing her journey with Friedreich's ataxia and her work to improve accessibility. Kalra emphasizes that being different does not equate to being difficult and encourages resilience and living in the moment.
MiscellaneousZayed National Museum Enhances Inclusivity with New 'Calm Room' and Accessibility Conference
Zayed National Museum has opened a 'calm room' for neurodivergent visitors and launched an Accessibility Conference 2026, aiming to enhance inclusivity in cultural institutions. The museum also released an Accessible Exhibition Design Manual for the Middle East.
MiscellaneousThe Gambia's First Blind Magistrate Navigates a System Designed for the Sighted
Magistrate Muhammed Krubally, The Gambia's first visually impaired magistrate, utilizes technology and keen listening skills to navigate a judicial system not designed for him. His journey highlights the persistent gap between legal rights for people with disabilities and their practical implementation.
TechnologyUAE Embraces Assistive Technology to Revolutionize Life for People with Disabilities
The UAE is enhancing life for people with disabilities through advanced assistive technologies showcased at the Dubai AccessAbilities Expo, focusing on improvements in air travel and healthcare. Innovations include autonomous wheelchairs, autism-certified airline services, and initiatives to ensure accessible healthcare facilities.