Last update: Sunday, 26 October 2025

Reports on Bridging Gaps

Introduction

At the King Salman Center for Disability Research, we strive to gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities and to develop innovative solutions that enhance their quality of life. Through the "Bridging Gaps" reports, we provide accurate analyses and practical strategies aimed at addressing current gaps in the field of disability.

These reports reflect our ongoing efforts to highlight existing issues and offer effective recommendations for achieving tangible improvements.

 

Objectives of Bridging Gaps Reports

1- Identify Key Gaps:

  • Analyze the current situation in various areas related to disability, including healthcare, education, and community integration.
  • Identify unstudied gaps and needs faced by individuals with disabilities.


2- Provide Practical Solutions:

  • Develop innovative strategies and solutions to bridge gaps and achieve tangible improvements in the lives of individuals with disabilities.
  • Offer evidence-based recommendations aimed at enhancing current services and programs.


3- Guide Policies and Strategies:

  • Support decision-makers and practitioners in developing effective policies and strategies that respond to the needs of individuals with disabilities.
  • Highlight areas requiring continuous improvement and provide clear action plans for implementation.

 

Focus Areas of Bridging Gaps Reports

1- Education and Training:

  • Assess the availability of access to appropriate education and training for individuals with disabilities.
  • Provide recommendations for improving curricula, offering necessary support to students, and enhancing inclusivity in educational environments.


2- Healthcare:

  • Analyze the quality of healthcare services provided to individuals with disabilities, including access to treatments and assistive technologies.
  • Propose solutions to improve healthcare quality and ensure the provision of integrated and comprehensive services.


3- Community Integration: 

  • Study the effectiveness of policies and initiatives in achieving community integration for individuals with disabilities.
  • Develop strategies to enhance employment opportunities, social participation, and effective community interaction.


4- Technology and Assistive Devices:

  • Evaluate the availability and application of assistive technology that can contribute to improving the lives of individuals with disabilities.
  • Provide recommendations for developing new technologies and increasing access for individuals.

 

How to Use the Reports

The "Bridging Gaps" reports offer valuable information for researchers, policymakers, and service providers. These reports can be utilized to achieve the following goals:

  • Guide Policies: Provide accurate data to support the development of effective policies and achieve tangible improvements in various areas.
  • Improve Services: Use the recommendations to enhance programs and services offered to individuals with disabilities.
  • Support Research: Supply data and information that assist in conducting further research and exploring new areas related to disability.
  • Disseminate Recommendations: Send recommendations to relevant stakeholders and decision-makers.