<description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Watch the video version on YouTube:&lt;/strong&gt; &lt;a href= "https://youtu.be/a1gYqQ1iWpg"&gt;https://youtu.be/a1gYqQ1iWpg&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt; &lt;p&gt;This episode of Disability Deep Dive features a conversation with Charles Redding, Executive Director of Wheels for Humanity and the leader of CLASP (Consolidating Logistics for Assistive Technology for Supply Provision). They discuss shifting from charity to sustainable systems for delivering assistive technology globally, particularly in low and middle-income countries. Redding explains CLASP's role in establishing reliable supply chains to ensure access to high-quality, affordable assistive products and highlights their work in crisis settings. The episode also delves into the broader need for policy advocacy, investment in rehabilitation services, and the importance of inclusive disaster response. The discussion is followed by a review of the documentary 'Rising Phoenix,' which explores the history and impact of the Paralympic Games in redefining disability and athletic achievement.&lt;/p&gt; &lt;ul&gt; &lt;li&gt;Momentum Wheels for Humanity: &lt;a href= "https://momentum4humanity.org"&gt;https://momentum4humanity.org&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;li&gt;CLASP: &lt;a href= "https://www.clasphub.org"&gt;https://www.clasphub.org&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt; &lt;/ul&gt;</description>

Disability Deep Dive

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Bridging the Gap: Charles Redding on Global Solutions for Assistive Technology

JAN 1, 202649 MIN
Disability Deep Dive

Bridging the Gap: Charles Redding on Global Solutions for Assistive Technology

JAN 1, 202649 MIN

Description

Watch the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/a1gYqQ1iWpg This episode of Disability Deep Dive features a conversation with Charles Redding, Executive Director of Wheels for Humanity and the leader of CLASP (Consolidating Logistics for Assistive Technology for Supply Provision). They discuss shifting from charity to sustainable systems for delivering assistive technology globally, particularly in low and middle-income countries. Redding explains CLASP's role in establishing reliable supply chains to ensure access to high-quality, affordable assistive products and highlights their work in crisis settings. The episode also delves into the broader need for policy advocacy, investment in rehabilitation services, and the importance of inclusive disaster response. The discussion is followed by a review of the documentary 'Rising Phoenix,' which explores the history and impact of the Paralympic Games in redefining disability and athletic achievement. Momentum Wheels for Humanity: https://momentum4humanity.org CLASP: https://www.clasphub.org