Georgia has a strong identity and a vital economy that includes: a diverse, skilled workforce and growth in multiple industries. Many of Georgia's assets provide a foundation for digital accessibility innovation and have helped Georgia become a hub for such innovation.

Georgia Assets that Align to the GAAT Initiative

• Innovation driven economy and business environment.
• Leading-edge academic research in assistive technologies and alternative media at institutions such as Georgia Tech, Shepherd Center, University of Georgia.
  
• Strong information technology industry, including strengths in software and digital media.
• Global hub for logistics and transportation, with a robust Tourism industry.
  
• Crossroads of Global Health and strong biosciences industry including R&D in health care and rehabilitation. 
• Strong University System that offers variety of learning opportunities and which cultivates research. 
• Leading programs from Government such as Georgia Tools for Life.
• Civil and human rights heritage, and home to the new Center for Civil & Human Rights.