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Interdependence 2012 Global Conference and Exposition Overcoming Barriers: Living with a Disability in the Developing World Disability Inclusion within International Development Programs Disability and HIV Leadership Forum World CBR Congress: pre and post congress workshops International Day of Persons with Disabilities World Down Syndrome Day World Autism Awareness Day |
Interdependence 2012 Global Conference and Exposition
Date: 15 - 18 May 2012
Organisation: Rick Hansen Foundation
Location: Vancouver, Canada
“More than one billion people in the world live with some form of disability. In the years ahead, disability will be an even greater concern because its prevalence is on the rise. This is due to ageing populations and the higher risk of disability in older people.”
- World Report on Disability, The World Bank and WHO (2011)
A global effort is needed now to address health & accessibility issues common to all of us.
Interdependence 2012 creates the environment to engage various stakeholders and perspectives that shape our world. An engaging program will foster open dialogue from a broad range of sectors including government, design, tourism, major games and events, information technology, standards councils, researchers, health care professionals and the community.
Register now and enjoy early bird savings until January 16, 2012. Conference program link below.
Resource link: http://www.rickhansen.com/en-ca/home/interdependence2012/conference.aspx
Date: 15 - 18 May 2012
Organisation: Rick Hansen Foundation
Location: Vancouver, Canada
“More than one billion people in the world live with some form of disability. In the years ahead, disability will be an even greater concern because its prevalence is on the rise. This is due to ageing populations and the higher risk of disability in older people.”
- World Report on Disability, The World Bank and WHO (2011)
A global effort is needed now to address health & accessibility issues common to all of us.
Interdependence 2012 creates the environment to engage various stakeholders and perspectives that shape our world. An engaging program will foster open dialogue from a broad range of sectors including government, design, tourism, major games and events, information technology, standards councils, researchers, health care professionals and the community.
Register now and enjoy early bird savings until January 16, 2012. Conference program link below.
Resource link: http://www.rickhansen.com/en-ca/home/interdependence2012/conference.aspx
Overcoming Barriers: Living with a Disability in the Developing World
Date: 22 May 2012
Organisation: One Just World
Location: Canberra, Australia
One Just World is presenting "Overcoming Barriers: Living with a Disability in the Developing World" in Canberra on Tuesday 22nd May, 2012 at 6.00-7.30pm (entry from 5pm).
One Just World is a national series of FREE, after-work speakers’ forums aimed at involving the community in conversation and debate on key international development issues facing Australia, the Asia-Pacific and beyond.
In developing countries people with a disability are among the poorest and most vulnerable. If you have a disability you are more likely to be poor, and if you are poor you are more likely to have a disability. Having a disability can mean being unable to earn a living or participating in community life, being at greater risk of social exclusion and violence, especially for women and girls.
PLEASE RSVP here
QUESTIONS? E-mail us at contactus@onejustworld.com.au
Resource link: http://www.onejustworld.com.au
Date: 22 May 2012
Organisation: One Just World
Location: Canberra, Australia
One Just World is presenting "Overcoming Barriers: Living with a Disability in the Developing World" in Canberra on Tuesday 22nd May, 2012 at 6.00-7.30pm (entry from 5pm).
One Just World is a national series of FREE, after-work speakers’ forums aimed at involving the community in conversation and debate on key international development issues facing Australia, the Asia-Pacific and beyond.
In developing countries people with a disability are among the poorest and most vulnerable. If you have a disability you are more likely to be poor, and if you are poor you are more likely to have a disability. Having a disability can mean being unable to earn a living or participating in community life, being at greater risk of social exclusion and violence, especially for women and girls.
PLEASE RSVP here
QUESTIONS? E-mail us at contactus@onejustworld.com.au
Resource link: http://www.onejustworld.com.au
Disability Inclusion within International Development Programs
Date: 4 - 5 June 2012
Organisation: CBM-Nossal Parternship for Disability Inclusive Development
Location: Melbourne, Australia
This two day course is designed for people involved in international development who wish to understand more about a disability inclusive approach to development, and how to ensure that development projects are disability inclusive across all stages of the project cycle. It is appropriate for people working across a range of international development agencies and sectors.
There is growing awareness and impetus for international development assistance to be more inclusive of people with disabilities. This course introduces the concept of ‘disability inclusive development’ and promotes a range of guiding principles and practices that facilitate the inclusion of people with disabilities. It also provides very practical ‘how to’ strategies for disability inclusion in both programs and international development organisations themselves.
Resource link: http://ni.unimelb.edu.au/inclusive_development/disability_inclusive_development/cbm_partnership/trainingcalendar
Date: 4 - 5 June 2012
Organisation: CBM-Nossal Parternship for Disability Inclusive Development
Location: Melbourne, Australia
This two day course is designed for people involved in international development who wish to understand more about a disability inclusive approach to development, and how to ensure that development projects are disability inclusive across all stages of the project cycle. It is appropriate for people working across a range of international development agencies and sectors.
There is growing awareness and impetus for international development assistance to be more inclusive of people with disabilities. This course introduces the concept of ‘disability inclusive development’ and promotes a range of guiding principles and practices that facilitate the inclusion of people with disabilities. It also provides very practical ‘how to’ strategies for disability inclusion in both programs and international development organisations themselves.
Resource link: http://ni.unimelb.edu.au/inclusive_development/disability_inclusive_development/cbm_partnership/trainingcalendar
Disability and HIV Leadership Forum
Date: 21 July 2012
Organisation: DPI, Gallaudet University
Location: Washington, DC
AIDS-Free World is pleased to announce the Disability and HIV Leadership Forum, a full-day advocacy training on July 21, 2012, immediately preceding “AIDS 2012,” the XIXth International AIDS Conference in Washington, DC.
Presented in collaboration with Disabled Peoples’ International (DPI) and Gallaudet University, the Forum will bring together young activists and leaders under 30 from the around the world to learn from seasoned advocates in the fields of HIV, disability rights, and human rights. Disabled youth with experience in the field of HIV as well as those recently introduced to AIDS activism were selected for their leadership skills.
The one-day training will help them to advance disability rights at home, stay connected with young advocates from other countries, and help to bridge the disability rights and AIDS movements.
Resource link: http://www.aidsfreeworld.org/Our-Issues/Disability/Disability-and-HIV-Leadership-Forum.aspx
Hat tip: Christine Walton, ADDC
Date: 21 July 2012
Organisation: DPI, Gallaudet University
Location: Washington, DC
AIDS-Free World is pleased to announce the Disability and HIV Leadership Forum, a full-day advocacy training on July 21, 2012, immediately preceding “AIDS 2012,” the XIXth International AIDS Conference in Washington, DC.
Presented in collaboration with Disabled Peoples’ International (DPI) and Gallaudet University, the Forum will bring together young activists and leaders under 30 from the around the world to learn from seasoned advocates in the fields of HIV, disability rights, and human rights. Disabled youth with experience in the field of HIV as well as those recently introduced to AIDS activism were selected for their leadership skills.
The one-day training will help them to advance disability rights at home, stay connected with young advocates from other countries, and help to bridge the disability rights and AIDS movements.
Resource link: http://www.aidsfreeworld.org/Our-Issues/Disability/Disability-and-HIV-Leadership-Forum.aspx
Hat tip: Christine Walton, ADDC
World CBR Congress: pre and post congress workshops
Date: 26 - 28 November 2012
Organisation: WHO/DAR, IDDC, CBR, DPI-AP
Location: Agra, India
The world CBR congress will be held in Agra (India) from 26 to 28 November 2012. On this occasion, in collaboration with WHO/DAR, IDDC, CBR network and DPI-AP two workshops will be organized:
1. Pre-Congress workshop on “CBR and Intellectual Disabilities"
2. Post-congress workshop on “CBR and Going Beyond the Taboos”
If you have specific materials including manuals, policy papers and videos related to these workshop themes, please inform Sunil Deepak at sunil.deepak@aifo.it. Information and registration forms for the pre and post congress workshops are available via the link below.
Resource link: http://www.aifo.it/english/resources/announcements/2012/cbr_congress_workshops.htm
Hat tip: Chrstine Walton, ADDC
Date: 26 - 28 November 2012
Organisation: WHO/DAR, IDDC, CBR, DPI-AP
Location: Agra, India
The world CBR congress will be held in Agra (India) from 26 to 28 November 2012. On this occasion, in collaboration with WHO/DAR, IDDC, CBR network and DPI-AP two workshops will be organized:
1. Pre-Congress workshop on “CBR and Intellectual Disabilities"
2. Post-congress workshop on “CBR and Going Beyond the Taboos”
If you have specific materials including manuals, policy papers and videos related to these workshop themes, please inform Sunil Deepak at sunil.deepak@aifo.it. Information and registration forms for the pre and post congress workshops are available via the link below.
Resource link: http://www.aifo.it/english/resources/announcements/2012/cbr_congress_workshops.htm
Hat tip: Chrstine Walton, ADDC
International Day of Persons with Disabilities
Date: 3 December 2012
Organisation: UN
The annual observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, 3 December, aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilise support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.
It also seeks to increase awareness of gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.
The Day was established by the World Programme of Action concerning Disabled Persons, adopted by General Assembly in 1982.
Resource link: http://www.idpwd.com.au/
Date: 3 December 2012
Organisation: UN
The annual observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, 3 December, aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilise support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities.
It also seeks to increase awareness of gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.
The Day was established by the World Programme of Action concerning Disabled Persons, adopted by General Assembly in 1982.
Resource link: http://www.idpwd.com.au/
World Down Syndrome Day
Date: 21 March 2013
Organisation: UN, DSI
21 March 2013 marks the 8th anniversary of World Down Syndrome Day.
Each year the voice of people with Down syndrome, and those who live and work with them, grows louder. But there is still so much more we can do.
Resource link: http://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/
Date: 21 March 2013
Organisation: UN, DSI
21 March 2013 marks the 8th anniversary of World Down Syndrome Day.
Each year the voice of people with Down syndrome, and those who live and work with them, grows louder. But there is still so much more we can do.
Resource link: http://www.worlddownsyndromeday.org/
World Autism Awareness Day
Date: 2 April 2013
Organisation: UN
Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that manifests itself during the first three years of life. The rate of autism in all regions of the world is high and it has a tremendous impact on children, their families, communities and societies.
Throughout its history, the United Nations family has promoted the rights and well-being of the disabled, including children with developmental disabilities. In 2008, the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities entered into force, reaffirming the fundamental principle of universal human rights for all.
Resource link: http://www.un.org/en/events/autismday/
Date: 2 April 2013
Organisation: UN
Autism is a lifelong developmental disability that manifests itself during the first three years of life. The rate of autism in all regions of the world is high and it has a tremendous impact on children, their families, communities and societies.
Throughout its history, the United Nations family has promoted the rights and well-being of the disabled, including children with developmental disabilities. In 2008, the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities entered into force, reaffirming the fundamental principle of universal human rights for all.
Resource link: http://www.un.org/en/events/autismday/
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