{
  "id": 10683930,
  "title": "Mada launches platform for consultation on policies and services for persons with disabilities",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/29/mada-launches-platform-for-consultation-on-policies-and-services-for",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-29T11:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf Times",
    "slug": "gulf-times",
    "url": "https://www.gulf-times.com/article/734427/qatar/mada-launches-platform-for-consultation-on-policies-and-services-for-persons-with-disabilities"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On Tuesday, the Qatar Assistive Technology Center, known as Mada, unveiled a digital platform designed to facilitate consultations for persons with disabilities and their families. This new platform serves as a dedicated avenue for the Advisory Team to engage in discussions surrounding policies, services, and initiatives pertinent to individuals with disabilities, their families, and representative organizations. Maha Mohammed Al Mansouri, CEO of Mada, revealed to Qatar News Agency (QNA) that the platform empowers users to explore consultation topics, share their insights, experiences, and expertise. Furthermore, government entities and institutions can submit issues within their spheres of influence for consultation with the Advisory Team or its working groups. The resulting recommendations will contribute to the shaping of policies, services, and initiatives. Al Mansouri emphasized that the platform's launch underscores the principle of full and effective participation as laid out in Law No. 22 of 2025 on Persons with Disabilities. This principle advocates for consultation as an ongoing process anchored in active listening, collaboration, and the integration of the firsthand experiences and expertise of those most affected. Since its establishment in 2010, Mada Center has been at the forefront of promoting digital inclusion and accessibility for persons with disabilities and older individuals. Through a range of programs encompassing inclusive education, employment and entrepreneurship, community empowerment, and research and innovation in assistive technology, Mada has made significant strides in developing Arabic-language assistive technology solutions. The center also assists institutions in creating accessible digital platforms and services in accordance with international standards, while offering accessibility training, advisory services, and awareness programs.",
  "summary": "Mada - Qatar Assistive Technology Center launched Tuesday a digital platform for its Advisory Team for persons with disabilities and their families, offering a dedicated channel for participation in c...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}