TECH4GOOD SPECIAL: 3D-Printed Prosthetics and Hearing Aid Projects for Children in War-Torn Regions
What if cutting-edge technology could revolutionize the lives of children in need, especially those in refugee camps or war-torn environments? Join 3DP4ME.org founder, Jason Szolomayer and me for a captivating conversation uncovering the incredible strides made in their first hearing project, supporting 52 children with customer hearing aids as well as with home visits and essential ongoing support.
Thanks to a generous three-year funding commitment from His Royal Highness Prince Mired Bin Raad, President, Higher Council of Affairs of Persons with Disabilities (HCD) in Jordan, as well as other donations, the project continues to thrive despite the ongoing challenges of securing additional institutional donors. But the story doesn’t end there—Jason also introduces us to their pioneering work into 3D-printed prosthetics, inspired by the need for these solutions in the war-torn region of Gaza, with a promising pilot project in Jordan.
In our second segment, Jason unpacks the comprehensive approach necessary for delivering customized prosthetics, from physiotherapy to psychological support and family involvement. Collaborations with other NGOs, corporates, and tech juggernauts like Intel and Accenture are crucial, showcasing the importance of strategic alliances and timely tech transfers.
Learn about the inspiring efforts in Gaza and Ukraine and discover an innovative online modular speech therapy program designed to break down logistical barriers for families. This episode shines a light on the transformative power of technology and the essential role of collaboration in tackling real-world challenges, not to mention the amazing work done and sacrifice made by exceptional people like Jason.
Learn more at https://www.3DP4ME.org or donate at https://3dp4me.org/step-by-step-gaza/
Filament Innovations – https://www.filamentinnovations.com/
Bionic P&O – https://www.bionicpo.com/
His Royal Highness Prince Mired Bin Raad, President, Higher Council of Affairs of Persons with Disabilities (HCD) in Jordan – https://www.hcd.gov.jo/Default/En
DHL – https://www.dhl.com/global-en/home.html
Ottobock – https://www.ottobock.com/en-ex/home –
Mafaz Medical, Ottobock – Jordan distributor – https://mafazmedical.com/
Like every episode of EMS@C-Level, this one was sponsored by global inspection leader Koh Young (https://www.kohyoung.com) and Adaptable Automation Specialist Launchpad.build (https://launchpad.build).
