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              • IT training for people with disabilities

                Since 2007, CRS - jointly with three training institutions in Viet Nam - has been offering IT courses to people with disabilities. Businesses and employers have been involved in the curriculum design, in providing internships and in recruitment (which is vital for the training outcomes). Nearly 70 per cent of the participants find employment.
                CRS - Catholic Relief Services, Information Technology Training Programme (ITTP), Vietnam

              • Children in school uniforms walk outside, grapping each other by the shoulders to be leaded back to the classroom.

                Converting special schools into Inclusive Education centres

                In 2018 CBM, in partnership with the Jairos Jiri Association, began converting three special schools into Inclusive Education centres. Each centre has a specific focus and serves also as an education platform on inclusion for local governments, companies, and schools while working closely with the community.
                CBM - Christoffel Blind Mission International, Inclusive Educational Centres in Zimbabwe, Zimbabwe

              • A group of people with disabilities reading the paper.

                National news agency publishing news in easy-language

                APA is a national news agency and Austrias leading information provider. In cooperation with Capito – a service provider specialised in translating complicated subjects into easy language – the APA has launched a news service in easy language called "Top Easy". By 2017 around 40,000 persons per month used the service.
                APA - Austrian Press Agency, Austria

              • Connecting wheelchair-accessible maps with GPS tracking

                WheeLog! is an interactive wheelchair mobile application based on Google maps that combines accessibility information with GPS-tracked routes used by other wheelchair users. In the first month since release of the application in May 2017, WheelLog! had over 1,000 downloads and more than 1,700 location postings.
                PADM - Parents Association of Distal Myopathies, WheeLog!, Japan

              • Two persons meeting in an offline meeting spot.

                Social Platform Tailored for People with Disabilities

                Inclov stands for "inclusive love" and is a matchmaking app for people with and without disabilities to make friends and connections. One of the profile items asks about disabilities, if any, including the level of dependency. Inclov reviews applications and verifies stated contact details. In 2018, Inclov had some 50,000 subscribers.
                Inclov, Matchmaking App, India

              • How to include regional DPOs in education programmes funded by international development agencies

                Sightsavers' Inclusive Futures, Multiple Countries: Integrates children with disabilities aged 4-14 into mainstream schools across five countries. Led by organizations of persons with disabilities, enrolled 1,607 children in 2021 and 2022, modeling international development funding.
                Sightsavers, Inclusive Futures, Bangladesh

              • This image displays a color-coded accessibility assessment map of sidewalks in district 4 of Tehran. The map uses a spectrum of colors to represent the varying levels of accessibility, which could indicate how easily individuals, including those with disabilities, can navigate the sidewalks. This type of map is an important tool for urban planning and reflects a commitment to inclusivity and the facilitation of equal access for all people within a city. It highlights the importance of considering the needs of individuals who may face mobility challenges and supports the principles of equality and justice by aiming to provide a public space that is accessible to everyone.

                A 10-year plan for a metropolitan city making 10,000 km of sideways accessible

                Urban Accessibility Plan in Tehran by Omran Zaveh Engineering Consultants: Started in 2019, focuses on improving accessibility in urban spaces. By 2023, 10% of Tehran's metropolitan area's accessibility implementation was completed.
                Baavar Association, Accessibility Comprehensive Plan for Urban Spaces in Tehran, Iran

              • The image shows a group of individuals, likely young students, with their hands joined together in the center of a circle, symbolizing unity and teamwork. They are wearing jerseys with a logo that includes "Team 6301" and "Colombia," suggesting they may be part of a team from Colombia. The variety of skin tones and the cooperative spirit reflect themes of diversity, equality, and solidarity. The act of joining hands is a universal gesture of commitment and support, embodying the values of assistance and justice within a community or team setting.

                LEGO® robotics workshops improve team work and self-confidence of children with disabilities

                Fundación Biosbot Robótica, Colombia: Focuses on inclusive education for children with Asperger’s, autism, and bullying victims using LEGO Robotics Kits. Since 2019, assisted over 150 children and 300 families, participating in national and international competitions.
                Biosbot Robotica Foundation, Team Biosbot, Colombia

              • The photo shows a diverse group of individuals seated in what appears to be a graduation ceremony, as suggested by the academic caps they are wearing. The focus is on two people in the foreground who seem to be experiencing a moment of joy and pride. The individuals come from various backgrounds, reflecting a multicultural environment. Their expressions convey a sense of accomplishment and happiness. The setting promotes themes of achievement and inclusivity, as it captures a moment where personal efforts are celebrated, regardless of one's background or abilities. The atmosphere is one of positivity and mutual support, aligning with values of equality, tolerance, and justice.

                Vocational training for young people with intellectual disabilities in the Arab region

                SEDRA Foundation's ‘Learn and Work’ Programme, UAE: Assists young people with intellectual disabilities in workforce transition. Offers hybrid learning and internships, concluding with a certificate from BUiD. In 2022, supported 25 individuals, with six securing full-time jobs.
                SEDRA Foundation for Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities, Learn and Work Programme, United Arab Emirates

              • This image shows a group of young children engaged in play and learning activities. A child in a red shirt is interacting with a tablet, possibly using an educational app, while other children are around with toys like a doll and a yellow toy truck. The presence of various toys suggests a playful and inclusive environment that encourages learning through play, irrespective of gender or ability. The children appear focused and are likely developing important cognitive and social skills in a supportive setting.

                UNICEF-based technology project supporting young people with communication impairments

                UNICEF's Giving Voice to Every Child: Southeast Europe project using Cboard, a free augmentative and alternative Communication, to support children with communication impairments. From 2019 to 2023 3,000+ children benifited.
                UNICEF Switzerland, Giving Voice to Every Child, Serbia