Wheelchairs of hope at the UN

06/11/2013

WHEELCHAIRS OF HOPE is an initiative to develop, design, manufacture & provide a wheelchair to children in need of mobility.

The wheelchair is specifically designed for children as we wish to empower education through mobility: Mobility from early childhood is a gate to education. It is the basis for self- confidence and independence. By giving access to education we create a new generation with better skills, confidence and hope.

WHEELCHAIRS OF HOPE together with ALYN hospital Israel’s Pediatric and Adolescence Rehabilitation Center, will provide an integral solution of a good quality wheelchair together with the necessary training capabilities to local teams.

The wheelchair design & developed is a light weight & affordable plastic wheelchair, providing proper fit and postural support, meeting the most common needs of disabled children raging 5-9.

The design focused on:

  • Light weight
  • Innovative and attractive design
  • Cost effective adjustability
  • Follows the guidelines of WHO
  • To comply with ISO 7176 & EN 12183:2009

Wheel chairs of hope cameroon

 

The wheelchair was presented in the last UN assembly to UNICEF raising vast enthusiasm & interest.

Highlights from the press:

Additional information can be found on the initiatives website.

 

Share:
28/03/2024
Nekuda Design Management Renews ISO9001 Certification, Continues to Set High Standards in Product Development In a noteworthy continuation of its commitment to excellence, Nekuda Design Management proudly announces the renewal
Nekuda Design Management Renews ISO9001 Certification, Continues to Set High Standards in Product Development In a noteworthy continuation of its commitment to excellence, Nekuda Design Management proudly announces the renewal
28/03/2024
Young Entrepreneur Sahar Inspires Nekuda with Entrepreneurial Spirit In an unexpected turn of events, Nekuda welcomed a remarkable visitor to its premises today – none other than the ambitious 9-year-old
Young Entrepreneur Sahar Inspires Nekuda with Entrepreneurial Spirit In an unexpected turn of events, Nekuda welcomed a remarkable visitor to its premises today – none other than the ambitious 9-year-old
14/12/2021
The Edmond de Rothschild Design Award will be awarded to designers with a rich and unique body of work, by recognizing their significant role in the formulation of contemporary culture
The Edmond de Rothschild Design Award will be awarded to designers with a rich and unique body of work, by recognizing their significant role in the formulation of contemporary culture
Skip to content