Mada launches consultation platform for persons with disabilities

Doha, Qatar - The Qatar Assistive Technology Centre, known as Mada, has unveiled an online platform designed specifically for individuals with disabilities and their families to engage in policy discussions and service consultations. Mada's CEO, Maha Mohammed Al Mansouri, announced the platform's launch, stating that it enables users to review topics and share their insights, experiences, and expertise.

Al Mansouri explained that the platform also allows government bodies and institutions to submit issues within their purview for the Advisory Team or its working groups to consult on, with the resulting recommendations informing policy decisions, service enhancements, and future initiatives. She emphasized that the platform's launch embodies the principle of full and effective participation, highlighted in Qatar's Law No. 22 of 2025 on Persons with Disabilities.

This principle advocates for consultation as an ongoing process that values listening, partnership, and the integration of the lived experiences and expertise of those who are directly affected.

Established in 2010, Mada Centre focuses on promoting digital inclusion and accessibility for persons with disabilities and older individuals. Through various programs, the centre works on inclusive education, employment, entrepreneurship, community empowerment, and assistive technology research and innovation. The centre also develops Arabic-language assistive technology solutions and provides support to institutions in creating accessible digital platforms and services, all in accordance with international standards.

Additionally, Mada offers accessibility training, advisory services, and awareness programs to further its mission.