Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2026 will be celebrated in Bangladesh under the theme: “Design, Develop, Deliver: Accessibility at Every Step.” The event is organized by the Aspire to Innovate (a2i) Programme in collaboration with UNDP Bangladesh, Sightsavers International, and Friendship (INGO). The celebration aims to promote digital accessibility and inclusive technology for persons with disabilities in Bangladesh.
The program will include:
- Exhibition on disability innovation and assistive technology
- Accessibility awareness sessions
- Government and private sector engagement
- Recognition of organizations ensuring accessible digital services
- Networking among policymakers, development partners, disability organizations, innovators, and accessibility professionals
Bangladesh has made significant progress in digital accessibility through policy development, accessible government services, and inclusive innovation initiatives led by the a2i Disability Innovation Lab. The event will bring together representatives from government ministries, development organizations, private sector companies, accessibility experts, organizations of persons with disabilities, financial institutions, media, and innovators to advance inclusive digital transformation.