Through the Digital Inclusion Programme, ITU supports its members in their efforts to empower all people – regardless of gender, age, ability, or location – by promoting ICT accessibility to create a more equitable and inclusive digital society. ITU develops resources and strengthens the capacity of members to implement ICT accessibility for digital inclusion policies and strategies, which ensure that no one is left behind in the digital age. ITU Secretary-General, Houlin Zhao, noted that delivering on the promise of the digital economy means to leave no one behind. Only with equitable access to ICTs can we build a truly inclusive society in the Americas,” he stated. At the Accessible Europe event, held in St Julian, Malta, from December 4 to 6 , 2019, participants addressed the future of ICT accessibility in reducing inequalities, and also shared views and expertise on ways to advance the ICT accessibility agenda in the European Region.

Source: The Guardian January 08, 2020 04:30 UTC