A World Connected: A Global Movement Begins

The world is more connected than ever - yet barriers to access and equity remain. The ISPO 21st World Congress 2027 in Bangkok sets out to change that.

Under the theme “A World Connected: Advancing Assistive Technologies for Global Equity,” this landmark event champions a globally coordinated response to the most pressing challenges in rehabilitation. By positioning assistive technologies at the centre of comprehensive care, ISPO 2027 aims to foster inclusive empowerment - ensuring that every individual, regardless of ability, background, or circumstance, can lead a fulfilling, self-determined life.

From Innovation to Impact: A Hub for Global Solutions

More than a congress, ISPO 2027 becomes a catalyst for collaboration. Experts, innovators, and practitioners from around the globe will gather in Bangkok to share breakthroughs, forge partnerships, and shape a future where no one is left behind.

This includes harnessing advances in materials science, local fabrication, and scalable solutions tailored to both advanced and low-resource settings. By bridging knowledge and systems across borders, the Congress lays the foundation for a truly integrated global care system.

Equity Through Access: Technology That Serves All

Technological innovation alone is not enough. ISPO 2027 emphasizes equitable access to assistive technologies as a universal right. Whether in urban hospitals or remote rural clinics, everyone deserves access to quality services that enhance mobility, independence, and dignity.

The Congress aligns its mission with key UN Sustainable Development Goals, including good health and well-being (SDG 3), quality education (SDG 4), and reduced inequalities (SDG 10), reinforcing its role in advancing sustainable, inclusive development worldwide.

A Future Built on Inclusion and Action

At its core, ISPO 2027 is about transformation - not just of systems or technologies, but of lives. It is where cutting-edge science meets human dignity, where ideas evolve into action, and where the global community moves forward - together.

From Bangkok, a message will resonate worldwide: Equity is not optional - it’s essential. And assistive technologies are the key to unlocking it.

Explore the Official Theme

Discover more about the ISPO2027 World Congress Theme in the official video.

For the complete and official wording of the theme, please refer to the short and full description of the ISPO 21st World Congress 2027.