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              • The photo depicts a group of African children in school uniforms, standing around a large cooking pot outdoors. One child, who is wearing a hijab, is stirring the pot with a long wooden spoon, suggesting a communal activity or shared meal. The children appear engaged and curious about the process. The image conveys a sense of community, cooperation, and inclusivity, as children from different backgrounds come together in a shared experience. It also subtly touches on the importance of providing assistance and ensuring that all members of a community, including children, have access to basic needs such as food.

                Transitional learning centres in rural and displaced settings for youth with disabilities

                Maple Leaf Early Years Foundation (MLEY), Nigeria: Provides education to children from low-income backgrounds and displaced camps. Grew from 50 beneficiaries in 2018 to 1,000 in 2023, including youth and mothers.
                Maple Leaf Early Years Foundation, Inclusive education in emergencies in transitional learning centres, Nigeria

              • A young African woman with braided hair sits confidently in a modern office. Her expression is poised, reflecting professionalism and empowerment. The setting suggests she might be in a media or corporate environment, symbolizing diversity and representation in the workplace.

                A leading media company aiming at a target of 12 per cent of employees with disabilities

                The BBC's Extend program reserves job roles for applicants with disabilities. By 2024, 100+ roles were adapted for accessibility, with a target of 12% of its workforce identifying as disabled by 2027.
                BBC, BBC Extend, United Kingdom

              • This image depicts a heartwarming scene of an older woman and a young child sitting on a soft mat on the floor, engaged in play. The woman, dressed casually in a black top and light blue jeans adorned with embellishments, is smiling gently as she interacts with the child. The toddler, wearing a white long-sleeve top and gray pants, is focused on colorful building blocks. The background suggests they are in a child-friendly environment, possibly a daycare or preschool, with toys and educational materials neatly stored and child artwork displayed. The interaction reflects a caring relationship, likely emphasizing the importance of intergenerational connections, nurturing, and learning.

                Video-based guidance for parents/caregivers for optimal inclusion of children with disabilities

                Israel Elwyn, based in Jerusalem, in collaboration with Bar-Ilan University, implemented the MISC-SR model, enhancing interactions for toddlers with disabilities. Between 2020 and 2023, MISC-SR positively impacted 350+ toddlers and parents.
                Israel Elwyn, Mediational Intervention for Sensitizing Caregivers (MISC-SR) model, Israel

              • An animated bear with a countdown timer played on an iPad next to the faucet while a preschooler girl wearing a striped pullover is standing in front of the basin and a mirror brushing her teeth.

                Teaching skills to children with autism using animated video

                In 2013, Signes De Sens from France together with the Centre Ressources Autismes Hauts-de-France created ‘Ben the Koala’, a cartoon character that teaches children with autism everyday tasks such as brushing teeth and getting dressed. Dissemination takes place via videos, mobile apps, and printed materials.
                Signes de sens, Ben le Koala, France

              • Two television screens projects a woman seated in a studio. One screen shows a close up shot and the other is a whole body shot.

                Teaching inclusivity for digital designers through customized video courses

                Fable Tech Labs is a Canadian start-up that provides digital accessibility services delivered by people with disabilities. This offering has been complemented by "Fable Upskill" - video-based, customer-specific online training for businesses - since 2021. In 2022, Fable worked with 80 companies.
                Fable Tech Labs, Fable Upskill, Canada

              • A preschool girl seated on her desk with left arm raised. On her left is a robot and on her right are books piles and a canister with pencils.

                Home-based children using a robot in classroom to learn and socialize

                Berater Unternehmensberatungs GmbH from Austria has been offering education with the help of physical robots, so-called avatars, since 2020. Targeting children who cannot go to school, the avatars are usually placed in the classroom and can be personalized.
                die Berater counsulting, Interaction avatar, Austria

              • Two young women appearing to have down syndrome seated smiling in a long table together with three other persons appearing to also have down syndrome doodling.

                Facilitated self-advocacy groups for people with Down Syndrome

                In 2017 the Down Syndrome Association of Turkey launched the self-advocacy group Voice+1, which organizes regular meetings supported by facilitators. By 2022, Voice+1 has grown to 27 self-advocates in five cities and has resulted in the establishment of a Down syndrome research commission in parliament.
                Down Syndrome Association, My Voice, My Society – Voice+1, Turkey

              • A group of Chilean persons appearing to have different motor disability compressed for a photo with hands raised in the air in front of a beamer screen that reads "Programa Red Emprendedores con Discapacidad".

                Support programme for entrepreneurs with disabilities

                RED – Emprendedores con Discapacidad (Entrepreneurs with Disabilities), a programme of Fundación Vida Independiente in Chile, supports entrepreneurs with disabilities through training, individual counselling, an online store, and accessible tools.
                Independent Living Foundation Chile, RED – Emprendedores con Discapacidad (Entrepreneurs with disabilities), Chile

              • A women holding a microphone in an open-air event stands in front of a crowd seated in tables and bleachers in an open space lighted by light posts.

                Social and recreational activities for persons with disabilities and their families

                Since 2005 the Shekulo Tov Group in Israel has offered ‘SAME’ (Skills, Activity, Mediation, Environment), a large-scale and government-funded social and recreational programme for people with disabilities and their families. Activities take place in real life and online, and range from visits to the cinema to skills training.
                Shekulo Tov Group, SAME (Skills Activity Mediation Environment), Israel

              • The photo depicts a diverse group of individuals attentively gathered in a modern indoor setting, which appears to be a workspace or educational environment. They are seated on various types of furniture, including bean bags and chairs, arranged in a semi-circle around a standing speaker, suggesting an informal meeting or learning session. The room is well-lit and features colorful decor, with circular light fixtures and vibrant carpet tiles. The atmosphere seems inclusive and collaborative, highlighting themes of community and shared learning.

                Pre-incubator supporting social innovation and entrepreneurship in assistive technology

                Digital Impact Square (DISQ) by Tata Consultancy Services Foundation, India: Incubation programme for Assistive Technology start-ups. By 2023, supported eight start-ups, improving the lives of over 100,000 persons with disabilities and their caregivers.
                Tata Consultancy Services, Digital Impact Square (DISQ), India