Call for papers
The AT EXPO AFRICA dialogue is built around three closely connected pillars advancing policy, knowledge exchange and innovation.
Leadership & policy forum
A strategic space for high-level stakeholders to discuss priority issues in assistive technology systems, culminating in an action-oriented policy brief.
Implementation & impact stage (main stage)
The heart of the event: open, public-facing sessions on practical solutions, proven approaches and scalable ideas — what works, and what can be learned for system-wide impact.
Exhibitor workshops
Interactive, hands-on sessions in the exhibition area showcasing real-world innovations in prosthetics, orthotics, hearing, vision and digital assistive technologies.
Evidence-based ideas with real potential for impact
A platform for evidence-based presentations, practical experience, and ideas with real potential to strengthen assistive technology systems globally.
Share what you have learned
Do you have a project, practical experience or lessons learned that could help improve access to assistive technology across the African continent? Share them at AT EXPO AFRICA 2027.
If you are considering submitting a contribution but are unsure where to start, join our free, one-hour webinar on the Call for papers. We will guide you through the submission process, explain what we are looking for and answer your questions — helping you take the next step with confidence.
The webinar will introduce the Dialogue’s Implementation & Impact Stage, where speakers will share practical solutions, evidence-based approaches and ideas with the potential to reach more people. Whether you work in service delivery, research, innovation or advocacy, we would love to hear what others could learn from your work.
During the webinar, you will learn
Topics
Which topics and contributions we are looking for.
Your abstract
What to include in your abstract and how to submit it.
Criteria & deadline
The key criteria and submission deadline: 15 January 2027.
Wednesday, 28 October 2026
The webinar is held in English and French and there will also be time to ask questions and clarify anything you are unsure about.
AT EXPO AFRICA 2027
Taking place from 3–5 June 2027 in Dakar, Senegal, AT EXPO AFRICA combines an exhibition with an international Dialogue on assistive technology. As the first African platform dedicated to improving access to and the use of assistive technology (AT), AT EXPO AFRICA is hosted by the Government of Senegal and organized by OADCPH and ATscale. The event brings together assistive technology users, civil society including organizations of persons with disabilities (OPDs), clinicians, service providers, manufacturers and innovators, alongside governments, regional bodies, UN agencies and strategic donors.
Your experience could help others move forward.
Join us to discover how to turn it into a contribution for AT EXPO AFRICA 2027.
Want to talk to the organising team?
Questions about packages, tailored partnerships, or anything else — we're happy to help you find the right fit with AT EXPO AFRICA 2027.
