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• CBM - Christoffel Blind Mission International

  The Christoffel Mission for the Blind (CBM) is an international development organization for people with disabilities. It is named after Ernst Jakob Christoffel, who traveled to the Orient in 1908 to help blind and otherwise disabled people. CBM's goal is to break the cycle of poverty and disability in developing countries and to create a better quality of life and equal opportunities for people with disabilities. (Source: Website)
  Germany

• LPHU - Lebanese Physical Handicapped Union

  Founded in 1981, in the midst of the Lebanese Civil War, to advocate for the inclusion, equality, and rights of people with disabilities in Lebanese society. From it’s very beginnings on Beirut’s sidewalks, LUPD has been a grassroots and non-sectarian organization led by people with disabilities. In the decades since its founding, LUPD has worked to shift government policies and the national discourse on disability from a framework of charity and exclusion to a framework of rights and inclusion. (Source: Website)
  Lebanon

• Amitim

  Amitim is a Public Pension located in Tel Aviv Israel. (Source: Website)
  Israel

• The United Nations Partnership on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNPRPD)

  United Nations

• BAPU TRUST FOR RESEARCH ON MIND AND DISCOURSE

  India

• INEE - International Network for Education in Emergencies

  The Inter-agency Network for Education in Emergencies (INEE) is an open, global network of members working together within a humanitarian and development framework to ensure that all individuals have the right to a quality, safe, relevant, and equitable education.  INEE’s work is founded on the fundamental right to education. (Source: Website)
  Yemen

• Independent Living e.V. Munich

  The association is an initiative of people with disabilities. Since 1990, they have been representing the interests of those in the Munich area who practice or strive for a self-determined life outside of (special) institutions and offer professional services. (Source: Website)
  Germany

• Inclusion Mauritius

  **Inclusion Mauritius** is a non-governmental organization (NGO) committed to promoting the rights and inclusion of persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Mauritius. It operates as a national federation of 12 member organizations, working collaboratively with many collaborators to empower people with disabilities and their families, advocate for their rights, and foster an inclusive society in alignment with the principles of the **United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD)**. **Core Objectives and Activities** 1. **Advocacy and Awareness** * Advocates for the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities, emphasizing their right to live independently and participate fully in society. * Raises public awareness about intellectual and developmental disabilities to combat stigma and discrimination. 2. **Capacity Building** * Provides training and resources to parents, caregivers, and professionals to better support individuals with disabilities. * Organizes self-advocacy workshops where persons with disabilities learn to express their needs and assert their rights. 3. **Policy Influence** * Works with government entities and stakeholders to influence policies and practices that align with the UNCRPD. * Promotes inclusive education, accessible services, and equitable social protection programs. 4. **Programs and Support Services** * Develops projects that enable individuals with intellectual disabilities to access education, employment, and community life. * Offers job coaching and employment support to enhance economic inclusion. 5. **Networking and Collaboration** * Collaborates with international organizations, including **Inclusion International**, to share best practices and enhance advocacy efforts. * Facilitates partnerships with local NGOs, schools, and employers to create opportunities for persons with disabilities. **Mission Statement** Inclusion Mauritius envisions a society where persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities are fully included, their voices are heard, and they are empowered to live fulfilling lives as equal citizens. **Affiliations** Inclusion Mauritius is part of **Inclusion International**, a global federation advocating for the rights of people with intellectual disabilities and their families. Through this partnership, Inclusion Mauritius aligns its work with international standards and participates in global initiatives promoting inclusion and equality. **Impact** Inclusion Mauritius participated in the **Zero Project Global Award** in **2021** and was recognized for its impactful initiatives promoting the rights and inclusion of persons with intellectual disabilities. During the **Zero Project Conference 2021**, Inclusion Mauritius was featured in the Impact Session for its efforts in advancing employment programming in alignment with the **UNCRPD**. The organization has made significant strides in fostering inclusive practices, improving social perceptions of disabilities, and ensuring that persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Mauritius have access to education, employment, and a life of dignity. Its focus on advocacy, empowerment, and systemic change continues to drive progress for a more inclusive society.
  Mauritius

• Partners for Youth with Disabilities

  United States of America

• FAPPC - Portuguese Federation of Associations for Cerebral Palsy

  Portugal