Innovative products and services for increasing the independence of persons with disabilities in Jordan

This challenge is in phase: Understand target

How might we promote the independence of persons with disabilities in Jordan through innovative products and services

Each lab of tomorrow looks to overcome development hurdles by introducing business solutions. Solutions that are impactful and at the same time profitable and scalable.

Each lot program therefore:

identifies market opportunites within the challenges
invites selected able and innovative companies that all bring puzzle pieces to the table, allowing the companies to develop their solutions and combine the expertise and resources available to address the market quickly

lot 24 offers you:

a clearly defined business opportunity and access to a new market
direct access to your customers - several are partners of the program - and a strong network to other key actors
product development support

Watch a brief introduction to lot24 in sign language here

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Understand

Disability affects 16% of Jordanians aged 5 and above, according to 2023 data from the Department of Statistics. While Jordan has made significant progress in advancing the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities, many barriers remain. Challenges include negative social attitudes, inaccessible information, buildings, and services, limited inclusive products, inadequate transportation, and a lack of assistive technologies. The private sector rarely offers products or services that support independent living for persons with disabilities. Such solutions could greatly enhance their quality of life and enable full participation in society.