Moscow, Russia – November 25, 2025 – The Asia-Pacific Development Center on Disability (APCD) participated in the influential panel discussion "BRICS of Opportunities: A Platform for Scaling Life-Changing Technologies" held in Moscow, Russia. The event, organized by the Roscongress Foundation of Russia, explored how inclusive technologies can serve as a catalyst for global change by uniting efforts across BRICS countries and partner states to create human-centered solutions.

APCD's Contribution to the Discussion

Nongnuch Maytarjittipun, Department Manager of APCD (Thailand), represented the organization as a key speaker at the panel. Her participation highlighted APCD's expertise in developing and implementing inclusive technologies that improve the lives of persons with disabilities across the Asia-Pacific region.

Focus on Sustainable Ecosystems

The panel emphasized the importance of creating sustainable ecosystems where technologies for rehabilitation, employment, adapted environments, and media are accessible across different countries and cultures. Discussions centered on three critical questions: how to transform social technologies into common BRICS assets, what forms of cooperation are most effective for scaling successful practices, and how to ensure that each solution improves people's quality of life while creating new opportunities for self-realization.

Distinguished International Panel

The session was moderated by Dmitry Polikanov, Deputy Director of the Russian Federal Agency for the Commonwealth of Independent States Affairs, Compatriots Living Abroad and International Humanitarian Cooperation. Alongside APCD, speakers included:

• Dr. Hadriani Uli Tiur Silalahi, Chair of Women20 Indonesia Presidency
• Mantula Nonkululeko Patricia, CEO of Global South Queens Media House and BRICS WBA (South Africa)
• Ilona Yuzhakova, Director of BRICS Charity Project (Russia)
• Hunny Bhagchandani, Founder of Torchit Electronics (India) – online participation
• Kuanysh Saparov, Deputy Director of Investment and Entrepreneurship Development Department at Astana Mayor's Office (Kazakhstan)
• Sergey Kudryashov, Director of Sustainable Development Department at PhosAgro
• Jabir Hassan, Head of Next-Generation Bioprinting at "ShabLab", Khalifa University (UAE) – online participation

• Advancing Global Cooperation

  APCD's participation underscores its commitment to advancing inclusive technology solutions through international collaboration. The organization continues to work with global partners to ensure that life-changing technologies reach persons with disabilities across diverse communities, promoting accessibility, disability inclusion, and sustainable development aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

  APCD expresses gratitude to the Roscongress Foundation and all participants who contributed to this meaningful dialogue on inclusive technology innovation and global cooperation.