Orange Jordan held a brainstorming session for participants in the "Digital Solutions Hackathon in the Tourism Sector for Persons with Disabilities". This session came to continue the hackathon launched under the patronage of the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, coinciding with World Tourism Day, establishing a leading platform that enables university students to develop innovative solutions contributing to empowering people with disabilities and enhancing the accessibility of tourism experiences for all.
The seven selected teams presented their projects before a specialized jury, after participating in an intensive training camp that focused on several main themes, including: inclusion of people with disabilities, accessible tourism, assistive technologies, and presentation skills. The participants showcased innovative digital solutions aimed at improving the tourism sector by enhancing accessibility and making services available to everyone without exception.
The judging panel included a group of experts from various entities, including: a member of the House of Notables and head of the Persons with Disabilities Committee in the Council, Asia Yaghi; Assistant Director of E-Marketing at the Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities, Izzat Kalboneh; Architectural Accessibility Consultant at Haya Jordan, Engineer Narjis Shawakeb; Director of the programming academy affiliated with Orange Digital Center, Salama Yassin; Supervisor of Orange Jordan Studio, Omar Mahyar.
The teams presented innovative projects based on the latest technologies to enhance the integration of people with disabilities in the tourism sector. The solutions varied from smart apps for the deaf and hard of hearing, specialized devices for visual impairments and safe mobility, digital platforms for trip planning, and interactive museum experiences utilizing screens, sign language, and tangible models, as well as solutions for enhancing visual perception and the experience of cultural exhibitions. Among the notable projects were: Through Everyone’s Eyes, Heritage that is Touched, Heard, and Seen, Eshara Platform, Jordan 360, Travel Without Borders, My Accessible Journey, and Guide Me.
Orange Jordan expressed its delight in seeing the digital ideas of youth transformed into practical solutions that contribute to empowering people with disabilities and opening new horizons for inclusive tourism in the kingdom. The hackathon was not just a competitive event, but a real platform for making a positive impact in society, where innovation meets responsibility and ethics to build a more inclusive future for everyone.
The qualifying teams were selected, with the official announcement scheduled during the celebrations of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, in recognition of their creativity in offering smart and sustainable digital solutions that contribute to the integration of people with disabilities in the tourism sector, reflecting the community commitment of Orange Jordan to support youth and innovation for a tangible positive impact.
