Innovative products and services for increasing the independence of persons with disabilities in Jordan

This challenge is in phase: Incubate business

How might we promote the independence of persons with disabilities in Jordan through innovative products and services

Each lab of tomorrow looks to overcome development hurdles by introducing business solutions. Solutions that are impactful and at the same time profitable and scalable.

Each lot program therefore:

identifies market opportunites within the challenges
invites selected able and innovative companies that all bring puzzle pieces to the table, allowing the companies to develop their solutions and combine the expertise and resources available to address the market quickly

lot 24 offers you:

a clearly defined business opportunity and access to a new market
direct access to your customers - several are partners of the program - and a strong network to other key actors
product development support

Watch a brief introduction to lot24 in sign language here

Partners

01

Understand

Disability affects 16% of Jordanians aged 5 and above, according to 2023 data from the Department of Statistics. While Jordan has made significant progress in advancing the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities, many barriers remain. Challenges include negative social attitudes, inaccessible information, buildings, and services, limited inclusive products, inadequate transportation, and a lack of assistive technologies. The private sector rarely offers products or services that support independent living for persons with disabilities. Such solutions could greatly enhance their quality of life and enable full participation in society.

Business Opportunities

Home-based Services

Customized assistive devices such as prosthetics, orthotics, and mobility aids

Accessible Transportation Solutions

Assistive Technology

Promote Inclusive Employment

Inclusive Education Services

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Ideate Solutions

The lot 24 innovation sprint took place in Amman, 18th to 31st of May.

In total, 29 companies participated in the program.
Local partners included Orange, while German companies were involved both as active team members - co-developing new solutions in joint ventures - and as supporting partners, providing feedback and now contributing to further development during the incubation phase.

The process resulted in four concrete solutions - four joint ventures - two of which are currently in the final stage: preparing for market entry during the incubation phase.

Participants

Companies

Ideas developed

Proven Business Models

03

Incubate business

What is the incubation phase:

The participating teams enter the incubation phase to refine, test and ultimately pilot their business model in the target market. Typically, the incubation phase takes about 3-4 months and encompasses coaching for the teams by Business Design experts and might also include additional in-kind support. The incubation phase closes with a pitch in front of investors.

The incubation of lot24 will be conducted from June 2025.

More information

Further links

LinkedIn Post

Downloads

lot24_Briefing Note(PDF | 0 MB)