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One-Day Capacity Building Training on Disability Inclusion Honored to have attended a comprehensive training organized by Special Talent Exchange Program (STEP) for UNHCR and its Partners on Disability Inclusion. This transformative session focused on fostering inclusive practices and enhancing programmatic responses. Key highlights included: Understanding Disability in the Context of Pakistan: Explored disability models and their relevance in addressing societal challenges. Legal Frameworks and Policies: Reviewed crucial legislation, including the SDGs, CRPD, ICT Disability Act, and KP Disability Act, to ensure alignment with global and local standards. Accessible Environments and Universal Design: Engaged in group activities to identify barriers, develop solutions, and implement the principles of universal design. Promoting Disability Inclusion in Program Design: Gained expertise in integrating disability-inclusive approaches into thematic areas such as health, education, social services, and humanitarian response. Assistive Technologies and Tools: Explored a range of assistive tools and their potential in improving accessibility and enhancing the quality of life for individuals with disabilities. Humanitarian Inclusion and Diversity: Participated in sessions on intersectionality and diversity for inclusive humanitarian practices. This training enriched my understanding of disability inclusion, empowering me to advocate for and implement inclusive policies and programs in humanitarian and development settings. #SHARPPakistan #DisabilityInclusion #HumanitarianWork #CapacityBuilding #InclusionMatters #UNHCR #STEPPakistan #LegalFrameworks #AssistiveTechnology #DiversityAndInclusion #AccessibilityForAll #HumanRights #SocialImpact #InclusiveDevelopment #SustainableDevelopment

Starting the week with good news: the Australian government has recently announced that 60 organisations will share in $50 million to boost community participation opportunities for people with disabilities, their families, and carers. This investment is an incentive for communities to be inclusive in arts, culture, sports, and recreation for people with disabilities. I’m glad to see Australia’s Disability Strategy 2021-2031 promote initiatives like this with the government. A key reason why this particular strategy stands out is because it focuses on strengthening support outside the NDIS, boosting disability employment and ensuring every person with disabilities feels safe and respected. Communities thrive when they are supported. I can imagine how life-changing funding like this can be, especially for people with disabilities who are more creative. However, I fail to see why people need to be incentivised to treat my community as deserving of inclusion. We are over 20% of the population. More than 20% of an organisations funding should be set aside for disability inclusion. This would be a game changer #2024DisabilityEmpowerment #communityengagement #diversity

Disability Awareness: Creating Inclusive Spaces for All ♿️ Today, let's recognize that building a truly inclusive world requires everyone’s commitment. Disability inclusion goes beyond accessibility; it’s about empathy, understanding, and proactive support. When we prioritize a disability-friendly environment, we foster a world where everyone can thrive. 🌱 Let us all join the movement (#DisabilityAwareness Creation) - educate yourself, advocate for accessible spaces, and encourage inclusivity in all areas of life; at home, work, and in public spaces. Together, we can make a lasting impact. Let’s create a world where everyone feels empowered and valued. Disability Advocacy Services Kenya Disability:IN Disability Rights Fund Ashura Michael Joab Owuor Mak'Ongul♿ #DisabilityInclusion | #InclusionMatters | #AccessibleWorld | #EmpathyAndAction | #DisabilityRights

LIVING WITH DISABILITY, ADDRESSING THE GAPS & CHALLENGES As a member of the disability community, I want to shine a light on the persistent challenges many of us face daily. While progress has been made in advocating for our rights, significant gaps remain in our laws and policies. 1. Gaps in Legislation: Many countries have laws that aim to protect and empower individuals with disabilities, yet these laws often lack the necessary enforcement mechanisms. This results in lack of accountability for organizations and institutions that fail to meet accessibility standards - like what we are experiencing in Kenya. 2. Slow Implementation of Disability Mainstreaming: Despite commitments to mainstream disability in development agendas, we often see delays in translating these commitments into actionable policies. This slow pace hinders the integration of necessary support systems that could empower individuals with disabilities to fully participate in society. 3. Lack of Political Goodwill: Perhaps the most frustrating challenge is the lack of political goodwill. Without genuine commitment from leadership, initiatives to improve accessibility, inclusivity, and support systems remain underfunded and inadequately prioritized. It’s crucial that we raise our voices and advocate for meaningful change. Let’s work together to ensure that the rights of individuals with disabilities are not just acknowledged for cheap political expediency, but actively protected and implemented. Disability:IN Disability Rights Fund ILO Global Business and Disability Network National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) DLT Valley® Sahebe Mehmannavaz #DisabilityRights | #DisabilityInclusion | #DisabilityAdvocacy | #Accessibility | #SocialChange

The reality is stark: Persons with disabilities face disproportionate barriers in humanitarian crises, yet their voices often go unheard in decision-making processes. This must change. This year's theme, "Amplifying the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future," isn't just a slogan – it's a call to action. Here's what I believe we need to focus on: 🎯 Real representation in leadership positions 💡 Universal design in all humanitarian programs 🤝 Meaningful consultation with disability organizations 📊 Disability-disaggregated data collection 🔄 Inclusive feedback mechanisms Through my work at WFP, I've seen firsthand how inclusion isn't just about accessibility – it's about dignity, respect, and equal opportunities. When we design programs WITH persons with disabilities rather than FOR them, we create more effective and sustainable solutions. Let's move beyond awareness to action. To advocate for disability inclusion in every project To challenge ableist assumptions in our work To ensure PWDs have a seat at every decision-making table To promote the "Nothing About Us Without Us" principle #DisabilityRights #Inclusion #Humanitarian #PWD #DisabilityAdvocacy #SocialProtection #InclusiveHumanitarian #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #DisabilityInclusion #WFP Share your thoughts and experiences below. How are you promoting disability inclusion in your work? 👇

Disability & Development Pathways has a mission to provide expert advisory services that empower organizations to become more inclusive and accessible for persons with disabilities, thereby driving meaningful progress towards the disability-related objectives of Zimbabwe's 2030. The organization envision a future where all organizations in Zimbabwe seamlessly integrate disability inclusion as a core part of their operations, policies, and culture - creating truly equitable opportunities and an empowering environment for persons with disabilities to participate fully in the economic and social fabric of the country. Some key elements this mission and vision could encompass: ● Offering strategic advisory services to help organizations assess their current state of disability inclusion and develop tailored roadmaps for improvement ● Providing subject matter expertise and technical guidance on implementing inclusive design principles, accessible digital platforms, assistive technologies, and disability-confident HR practices ● Driving awareness, capacity building, and cultural change towards disability inclusion through training, workshops, and thought leadership ● Facilitating multi-stakeholder collaboration to scale disability inclusion initiatives nationwide and amplify the collective impact ● Continuously monitoring progress and evolving advisory services to stay aligned with the dynamic needs and priorities of Vision 2030. blessing mhlanga Carol Mutisi Lorraine Nyatsungo Oratile Legwale

It costs more to participate in society when you have a disability—whether you're paying for caregivers, accessible housing or a mobility device. Making this all the more challenging for disabled citizens, when elected officials and business leaders talk about poverty, they don't talk enough about how many Canadians with disabilities are stuck in the disability-poverty cycle. Fortunately, there are some simple ways we can each contribute to creating a more accessible Canada we all benefit from. Please read and share my article: Ten Ways You Can Fight Ableism, Break the Disability Poverty Cycle, and Support People with Disabilities. Thank you for your support! In Solidarity Mike Morrice MP, Every Canadian Counts, Disability Without Poverty, Inclusion Canada, Global Disability Inclusion, LLC ______________________________ Child Welfare #Attachment #AttachmentStyles #ChildAbuse #ChildDevelopment #ChildProtection #EarlyIntervention #EmotionalAbuse #FosterCare #NoChildLeftBehind Trauma Awareness #BrainHealthMatters #GenerationalTrauma #SurvivorStories #Trauma #TraumaAwareness #TraumaInformed #TraumaInformedCare #TraumaRecovery Disability Rights #AccessibilityForAll #AccessibilityMatters #AccesibleDesign #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityAdvocacy #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityRights #EndAbleism #InclusionMatters

💡 What innovation do we need on disability inclusion in humanitarian action? Extreme barriers to inclusion still exist within humanitarian sectors. To achieve disability inclusion, it is critical partners recognise the challenges and take action to eliminate barriers. Often, disability inclusion is thought of only as ramps and assistive devices. In reality, meaningful participation of people with disabilities involves actions to overcome wide-ranging barriers that people with disabilities face in participating in society and development efforts, including inclusive materials for schools, health, livelihoods and disaster risk reduction (DRR). The AHP Phase III’s lessons learned report recommends the co-creation of solutions for the barriers faced between people with disabilities and humanitarian actors as vital in ensuring priorities are being met. Examples include: - Resources oriented to expand skill and knowledge to engage all types of people with disabilities, - Materials on disability inclusion in languages understood by the Rohingya communities, e.g., Bengali, Burmese, Rohingya and Chittagonian, - Appropriate technology to address accessibility constraints, e.g., accessible WASH facilities, and - ‘How-to’ guidance that is easy to follow, pictorial and culturally sensitive with an emphasis on different technical sectors such as WASH, DRR, Gender-Based Violence and Health and Sexual Reproductive Health. “My child wakes up early morning and after completing breakfast [they] want to go the [early childhood] centre even before the centre opens. They cannot wait to go there!” - Parent of a child with a disability attending a World Vision Learning Centre in Ukhiya By making the playground and learning centre fully accessible, children with disabilities can fully participate in play and learning. As a result, they are able to develop strong friendships. Read more about the lessons learned in the Australian Humanitarian Partnership (AHP) Phase III program in Bangladesh. https://lnkd.in/gVEyGFnm

Today is International Day of a Person with a Disability here are some facts you may not have known: 📌 Over 1 billion people worldwide live with a disability, making up about 15% of the global population. 📌 People with disabilities are the world's largest minority group. Despite this, they often face barriers to education, employment, and social participation. 📌 Globally, the employment rate of people with disabilities is significantly lower than that of non-disabled people. In Australia, for example, only 53.4% of people with disabilities are employed compared to 84.1% of those without disabilities. 📌 Accessibility isn’t just about physical spaces—it includes digital spaces too. Creating accessible websites and social media content ensures everyone can engage and participate. 📌 Around 4.4 million Australians (about 18% of the population) have a disability. Let’s celebrate this day by promoting inclusion, breaking down barriers, and ensuring equal opportunities for everyone. Together, we can make a difference! #ndis #ndisaustralia #ndisprovider #ndisillawarra #ndisplanmanager #ndisplanmanagement #ndisshoalhaven #IDPwD #DisabilityAwareness #InclusionMatters

On the first ever #WorldATDay, we’re calling on governments to prioritize the needs of people who use or need assistive technology. #UnlockTheEveryday