NEWS & EVENTS

ISWP Annual Report

2025 was another big year for ISWP!
Our Annual Report for 2025 highlights our successes and lessons learnt, as well as the growth across our projects.
Please click on the button to read the report.

Mentorship Program

We’re excited to offer our mentorship program connecting wheelchair service professionals around the world! We’re inviting educators, clinicians, and students to explore this opportunity to receive personalized guidance and support from experienced mentors. Join us in building expertise, strengthening wheelchair service provision, and creating meaningful impact in the lives of wheelchair users worldwide.

Position Statements

At the International Society of Wheelchair Professionals (ISWP), we are committed to advancing the quality and accessibility of wheelchair service provision globally. Our position statements reflect evidence-based perspectives, expert consensus, and our dedication to promoting inclusive, rights-based approaches to mobility and assistive technology with a particular focus on wheelchair provision.

We invite you to explore these statements and join us in shaping a world where everyone has access to the mobility they need to thrive

Advertise with ISWP

We’re excited to announce that advertising space is now available on our platform! We’re inviting organizations working in assistive technology to explore this opportunity to connect with a global community dedicated to advancing wheelchair provision and accessibility. Join us in amplifying your message and creating meaningful impact in the lives of wheelchair users worldwide.

Webinar Series: Empowering Young Lives: Improving Paediatric Wheelchair Provision

Aligned with the ISWP’s mission to ensure that all wheelchair users receive appropriate services provided by trained personnel, this three-part webinar series focuses on paediatric wheelchair provision. Children who require wheelchairs face distinct clinical and developmental challenges. Ensuring early and appropriate intervention improves not only mobility but overall health, participation, and quality of life.

INTERNATIONAL WHEELCHAIR DAY

We’re inviting you to help spread the word to help raise awareness of the daily experiences of wheelchair users, promote understanding and knowledge about mobility solutions and disability rights and encourage active participation and collaboration in creating accessible environments for all.

ISWP Strategic Plan

ISWP is excited to share our 2025-2027 Strategy, outlining key objectives and initiatives to enhance wheelchair provision, partnerships, education, user experiences, and production. Learn more about our vision and mission for the coming years!

Support the ISWP Through GlobalGiving

The International Society of Wheelchair Professionals (ISWP) works to ensure wheelchair users and their families can access appropriate wheelchairs and services in a supportive environment. Inappropriate wheelchairs can lead to serious risks, including injuries and social exclusion. ISWP tackles these issues by advocating for integrated services, training local trainers, and promoting quality wheelchair products.

In August 2024, ISWP joined GlobalGiving to boost its storytelling efforts and generate vital funding for its mission. Your support can help improve mobility and opportunities for those who need it most.

Visit the GlobalGiving website to learn more and donate today.

Final Report
For more details on ISWP’s progress, click below to view the Final Report.

Webinar Replay: Explore ISWP Membership Perks and Website Features!

22 November 2025

On November 22, 2025, ISWP hosted an engaging webinar showcasing our newly enhanced website and its powerful features. Attendees explored the perks of ISWP membership and got their questions answered in a lively Q&A session. Don’t miss the chance to see how we’re making membership more rewarding than ever—watch the recording now!

ISWP Recognized for Collaborative Work in Ukraine

National Professional Officer, Disability and Rehabilitation, WHO Country office in Ukraine

ISWP Recognized for Collaborative Work in Ukraine

We’re thrilled to share that Volodymyr Golyk, National Professional Officer for Disability and Rehabilitation at the WHO Country Office in Ukraine, recently highlighted the impactful collaborative work of the International Society of Wheelchair Professionals (ISWP) and the WHO in a LinkedIn post.

In his message, Golyk noted the WHO and ISWP’s ongoing collaboration to enhance wheelchair training and certification in Ukraine.

ISWP and WHO are working towards establishing certified local wheelchair trainers in each oblast of Ukraine, ensuring that trained professionals are able to support the needs of wheelchair users across the country.

This recognition underscores ISWP’s dedication to advancing wheelchair education and training globally, especially in conflict areas and emphasizes the importance of equipping local professionals to create sustainable, accessible solutions.

ISWP looks forward to continued collaboration with WHO and local experts as they work toward a fully inclusive rehabilitation system in Ukraine.

 

Dear friend of ISWP

We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone for ISWP!

We recently conducted a survey to gather insights for developing our future strategy. Your input is crucial to making a meaningful impact on the lives of wheelchair users worldwide.

At ISWP, we are dedicated to ensuring that everyone who needs a wheelchair receives appropriate products and services with dignity, enabling access to education, employment, healthcare, and community participation.

However, we cannot do this alone. We need your help!

Our survey has now closed. We deeply appreciate the time and effort of everyone who participated.

Your responses will be presented to the ISWP Board of Directors and will inform the decisions we make in the creation of our 3-year strategic plan. We will provide you with feedback via our newsletter.

Thank you for your invaluable contributions!

Please participate!

Your voice is important to us. If you're not yet a member, please sign up today!

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Latest News

ISWP at the Politécnico de Leiria

On 13 May, ISWP met with colleagues from InvacareEurope, Mobilitec, Tsimetria, Catolica Lisbon, and Gameiros to present ISWP and understand challenges in wheelchair service provision in Portugal from a manufacturer and supplier perspective.

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Company visits and meeting

On May 9, ISWP visited Mobilitec and TotalMobility in Porto, Portugal.The purpose of the visits was to meet colleagues working in the sector and understand the situation better to see if and how ISWP could assist.

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ISWP visits Ghana

Our Executive Director, Alex Kamadu, recently presented on the significance of wheelchair standards and highlighted ISWP activities

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Past Events

Past Events Archive

AGM meeting minutes and recording

Exciting news! The minutes and recording of the 1st Annual General Meeting of the International Society of Wheelchair Professionals, held virtually on April 30, 2024, are now available for download or watch the video here.

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Past Events Archive

Your Vote is Important!

As a newly welcomed member of ISWP, you now possess voting rights, enabling you to participate in the election of the ISWP Board of Directors.

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June 4

Announcing the First World Day for Assistive Technology

The inaugural World Day for Assistive Technology will be held on June 4, 2024. This day aims to raise awareness about the critical importance of assistive technology and the urgent need to improve access in low- and middle-income countries. Launched by leading health and development organizations as part of the Unlock the Everyday campaign, this day calls on organizations, policymakers, businesses, and the public to support and take action to enhance access to assistive technology. The goal is to unite all relevant sectors—from health and education to the private sector—to spotlight assistive technology and encourage meaningful action.

Upcoming events

ISWP Membership Webinar & Website Demonstration!

November 20, 2024

12:00 pm CET / 11:00 am GMT

Join Us for an ISWP Membership Webinar & Website Demonstration!

We invite you to an upcoming ISWP Membership Webinar and Website Demonstration to explore membership benefits and navigate our resources.

November 20, 2024

12:00 pm CET / 11:00 am GMT

During the session, we’ll provide a live demonstration of our website, walk you through new and useful features, and discuss how ISWP membership can benefit you. We’ll also have a Q&A session to address any questions you might have.

Looking forward to seeing you there!

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