The following article is presented as a brief summary of the history of assistive technology in the Caribbean region.
Within the past decade assistive technology has gained greater local and regional recognition and acceptance both in and out of the disabled community. Much of this has occurred as a direct result of the pioneering efforts of non-governmental organizations like the W. R. Torres Foundation for the Blind.
Within the past decade assistive technology has gained greater local and regional recognition and acceptance both in and out of the disabled community. Much of this has occurred as a direct result of the pioneering efforts of non-governmental organizations like the W. R. Torres Foundation for the Blind.
Following is an article that I wrote in August 2007 that clearly illustrates the core problem for persons with disabilities in Trinidad and Tobago. Since this article was written Trinidad and Tobago signed on to the United Nations Convention on persons with disabilities on September 27, 2007. It should be noted, however, that the protocols to the convention were not signed and of this blog post, February 23, 2008, the signed Convention has not been ratified by the Parliament.
Category: Testimonials
Posted by: Ryan
For over 30 years, I had been a busy Port of Spain dentist, leading a very active life. I considered myself a hardworking, productive, energetic individual, who was making a considerable contribution to Trinidad and Tobago, both professionally and socially.
