What We Believe

In a world of over 6.5 billion people, approximately 600 million individuals live with disabilities. These range from developmental impairments to profound physical disabilities that require the use wheelchairs and other devices to live on a day-to-day basis. The combination of physical limitations, psychological adjustment to living with a disability, and lack of community understanding and resources have a profound impact in how persons with disabilities view themselves and their capacity to live enriched meaningful lives.

We seek to increase cultural understanding and provide resources to help disabled persons become independent, productive members of society across the globe. By providing education, assertive technology and adaptive tools, and instilling motivation by focusing on ability, rather than disability, we empower individuals to excel in school, work, recreation, and social life. Through our work, Global Abilities seeks to help communities value the engagement and contribution of all people.

“We believe that everyone, regardless of physical limitations, has the potential to live complete vibrant lives and be contributing members of society.”

AJ Nanayakkara,
Founder of Global Abilities