Nafath Category: Nafath 23

Assistive Technology and Dementia Caregiving: A Few Social Considerations and Policy Implications

Suzanne H. Hammad, Dena Al-Thani

Research article Online Open access | Available online on: 11 September, 2023 | Last update: 06 March, 2024

September 11, 2023

With older persons increasingly wanting to age in familiar places, among community and family, their natural habitat, technological innovations greatly facilitate that. IATs are designed to ease the burden on families and healthcare systems while enhancing the...

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A Comprehensive Look into Monitoring Disability Rights: A Case of Northern part of Cyprus by Disability Rights Monitoring Committee at Near East University

Fahriye Altinay, Zehra Altinay, Dudu Özkum, Mukaddes Sakalli Demirok, Nazım Burgul, Şahin Akdağ, Kaan Uyar, Ümran Duman, Menil Çelebi, İnci Genç , Sezer Kanbul

Research article Online Open access | Available online on: 11 September, 2023 | Last update: 13 September, 2023

September 11, 2023

All individuals living together in society have equal rights. Users with disabilities maintain their existence in the community with all users and are included in the description of all individuals. However, although this issue has been accepted in various...

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Assisted Technology and Mental Health

Hamed Al Sinawi

Research article Online Open access | Available online on: 11 September, 2023 | Last update: 13 September, 2023

September 11, 2023

This manuscript discusses the potential use of assistive technology in promoting the mental health and well-being of the growing elderly population in the Arab world. While the use of assistive technology to address physical needs has been around for some time,...

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The Importance of Digital Accessibility Policies in Promoting Inclusivity and Diversity

Maryam Al-Jabir

Research article Online Open access | Available online on: 11 September, 2023 | Last update: 11 September, 2023

September 11, 2023

In today’s world, with technological advancement, it is important to have policies that can guide and provide a clear roadmap for everyone to follow, especially in the field of digital accessibility. This is due to the significance of digital accessibility in...

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Evaluating ICT Accessibility in Qatari Public Institutions: The Role of the MARSAD Tool in Fostering Inclusion and Sustainability

Achraf Othman

Research article Online Open access | Available online on: 11 September, 2023 | Last update: 13 September, 2023

September 11, 2023

Technology has made social inclusion possible for people with disabilities worldwide. It ensures access to media, education, employment through assistive technology. To create inclusive policies and laws, decision makers must understand ICT products and services,...

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Digital Accessibility Policy Landscape in the State of Qatar

Amnah AlMutawaa

Research article Online Open access | Available online on: 11 September, 2023 | Last update: 13 September, 2023

September 11, 2023

Ensuring accessibility has become a crucial element in promoting inclusivity for everyone, including Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). Qatar has undergone a huge transformation in the realm of inclusive Information and Communication Technology (ICT) towards...

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Volume 8

Issue 23
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