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Leading global conversations on disability innovation

The Global Disability Innovation Hub plays a leading role in the disability innovation space, convening global partners and sharing our expertise at international events. By bringing together diverse voices and ideas, we drive collaboration, amplify innovation, and shape a more inclusive future.

A panel discussion at the "Disability Innovation Summit." Three panelists are seated on stage, two are speaking into microphones, and a fourth person is sitting in a chair to the side. One of the panelists is using a wheelchair.
Polly Wardrop, a young woman with a short blonde haircut, smiles while talking with our CEO, Iain McKinnon, and Seema Malhotra MP. They are in a crowd of people at an event.
The Future of Financial Inclusion

In New York, GDI Hub co-hosted The Future of Financial Inclusion, bringing together leaders from finance, development, and the disability community. The event showcased how innovative financial strategies and investment can drive disability-inclusive growth, unlocking opportunities for sustainable impact worldwide.

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Inclusive Africa 2025

At the Inclusive Africa Conference 2025 in Nairobi, the GDI Hub took a leading role in discussing disability inclusion across the continent. Through panels and roundtables, we highlighted the power of assistive technology, OPD capacity-building, and locally driven innovation, sharing insights and strategies to strengthen accessible ecosystems and unlock opportunities for persons with disabilities.

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Beyond Sports: Paris Paralympics 2024

At Beyond Sport in Paris, GDI Hub convened global leaders at the British Ambassador’s Residence to mark the opening of the Paralympics. Through powerful discussion and technology showcases, the event highlighted how Paralympic legacy fuels disability innovation and drives inclusive change worldwide.

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