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#InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities Projects are more effective when they involve persons with disabilities from the start. Last year, CBM worked with 255 organisations of persons with disabilities to develop inclusive projects, impacting 62.2 million people globally. This International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we’re calling for more data-driven approaches that centre the voices of those who know their needs best. Let’s build a future where no one is left behind. #IDPWD2024 #InclusiveProgramming #DataDrivenDecisions #DevelopmentImpact

#InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities As we approach the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we reflect on why inclusive development is essential. Nogning Armelle Aimerique, the Chair of the Coordinating Unit of Associations of Persons with Disabilities in Cameroon reminds us that persons with disabilities know their challenges best: “When we’re involved, we can find the right solutions.” At CBM, we are proud to collaborate with over 255 Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), ensuring their voices are integral to shaping projects that change lives. Stay tuned for more stories of impact. #IDPWD2024 #InclusionMatters #Leadership #DisabilityInclusion

NEWS: CBM is offering ten fully funded scholarships for African doctors to pursue postgraduate degrees in Ophthalmology for the 2024/2025 academic year. This initiative aims to improve eye care services and address the shortage of trained professionals in underserved communities. For details on how to apply, go to the comments section. #scholarships, #Ophthalmology, #EyeCare, #Africa, #blindness #apply

CBM and International Committee of the Red Cross - ICRC are co-hosting a hybrid event to commemorate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) 2024. The event is titled "From Legal Frameworks and Guidelines to Practice: Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities in Humanitarian Action." This is a joint initiative between CBM and ICRC, as part of our official collaboration under the #LeaveNoOneBehind! Phase 3 project. Please register to attend online or in person at the ICRC Humanitarium in Geneva, Switzerland Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024  Time: 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM CET  

In 2023, CBM expanded its humanitarian efforts, delivering critical support to more people across 23 countries through 59 projects. With an investment of over €9.9 million, CBM addressed crises, including natural disasters, conflicts, and refugee emergencies. From distributing cash assistance and food security interventions in Malawi after Cyclone Freddy to enhancing rehabilitation services in war-torn Ukraine, CBM prioritised inclusive, accessible aid for persons with disabilities. These efforts illustrate CBM's commitment to ensuring that persons with disabilities are not left behind in times of crisis. Learn more from our 2024 report at the link in comments below. #HumanitarianAction #Aid #Emergency

CBM recently met with the German Embassy in Nigeria to discuss the upcoming Transitional Development Assistance (TDA) by the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ). Key participants included Ms. Karin Jansen and Matthias Dold from the German Embassy. Members from CBM included Omoi Samuel, David Sabo, and Stanley Eze. This meeting laid the groundwork for future collaboration and donor engagement to enhance regional cooperation. TDA aims to strengthen the resilience of those most affected by crises and strengthen local structures for sustainable self-sufficiency so that they can deal with existing crises themselves and reduce the risk of new crises. TDA thus makes an important contribution to crisis prevention. During the meeting, the agenda covered CBM’s work in Nigeria, highlighting achievements, partnership models, and strategies for Inclusive Humanitarian Action (IHA) and Community-Based Inclusive Development (CBID). The German government provides funding for several CBM projects. In addition, the Embassy proposed to streamline coordination efforts with UNDP to ensure alignment and avoid overlap in project implementation areas. Given the security challenges in the initially identified regions, CBM is actively collaborating with both the Embassy and UNDP to identify safer alternative locations for project execution. In this video by the BMZ, learn more about TDA and where it has been implemented and why its successes need to be replicated in Nigeria: https://loom.ly/XnLLOjo #InclusiveDevelopment #SustainableLivelihoods #CommunityResilience #EmpoweringCommunities #BMZPartnership #HumanitarianAid #DisabilityInclusion #GlobalPartnerships #CommunityImpact

Following our recent Donor Appreciation Event in Ethiopia, we share a glimpse of the day through this short video! #LeaveNoOneBehind #DisabilityRights #Partnerships #GlobalDevelopment

A team from CBM and The Lions Foundation Germany (Stiftung Der Deutschen Lions - SDL) and the German Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development visited two eye care projects in Ethiopia to expand access to quality eye care for children and underserved communities. The team assessed the progress of a new paediatric eye unit being constructed at ALERT Hospital, which is on schedule to meet its quality and timing goals. At Cheshire Ethiopia's Comprehensive Eye Care Services, the team reviewed programs supported by BMZ and SDL that provide essential equipment, supplies, and training to enhance eye health systems across various regions. Overall, this visit reaffirmed the commitment of SDL, CBM and BMZ to sustainable eye care solutions for Ethiopia’s most vulnerable populations, with both projects poised to significantly enhance eye health services nationwide. #EyeHealth #CBMEthiopia #InclusiveDevelopment #HealthSystems #Partnership

CBM Ethiopia organised a special Donor Appreciation Event to express gratitude to our partners and discuss future collaborations for disability inclusion in Ethiopia. Notable guests, including Mr Ferdinand Von Weyhe, the German Deputy Ambassador, and representatives from USAID, BMZ, and other prominent institutional donors, attended the event. This occasion allowed us to reflect on the impact we have accomplished together, thanks to the support of our institutional and government donors. Featuring stories from beneficiaries and a powerful performance by children from Hossana School for the Deaf, the day served as a reminder of our vision: to create an inclusive world in which all persons with disabilities enjoy their human rights and achieve their full potential. #Inclusion #DisabilityRights #CBMEthiopia #Partnerships #GlobalDevelopment

Washing your hands for at least 20 seconds will get rid of germs that otherwise make you sick⚠️ But how long is 20 seconds? 🎂 The song "Happy Birthday" twice in a row (20 seconds) 💃 The chorus of Dolly Parton's classic “Jolene” once (22 seconds) 🎤 Or the chorus of “Africa” by Toto (also 22 seconds) Unfortunately, washing hands is a luxury for many people: 3.6 billion do not have access to safe, sanitary facilities, and often, their water is contaminated. Diseases like trachoma can spread and lead to blindness. This is why CBM is committed to ensuring people have access to clean water and participate in hygiene education to prevent the spread of diseases, including neglected tropical diseases. This is a lifesaver ❤️ #BeatNTDs #Water #WASH