 Accessible ICTs for persons with disabilities and special needs COVID-19 has broadened inequalities faced by persons with disabilities and special needs Highlighting the need for a more inclusive digital world for all ICTs are a key factor in achieving the full participation of persons with disabilities and special needs in the digital economy ITU is working with its member states to ensure accessible ICTs by 2023 Equal and equitable access to public online information and products is important especially amid the pandemic and during the recovery process ITU has designed a toolkit to assess countries' progress towards accessible ICTs as well as guidelines in 22 languages to ensure inclusive digital communications ITU partnered with the International Labour Organization ILO to achieve accessible online job application and recruitment systems so persons with disabilities and special needs can participate in all areas of UN work Join ITU to help deliver accessible ICTs to everyone