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Economic independence of people with disabilities

This review aims to draw together existing evidence on the effects of interventions designed to improve the labour market situation for adults with physical and/or sensory disabilities in low and middle income countries.

Drawing on primary data, academic analysis and practitioner commentaries, it describes the range, diversity and impact of interventions undertaken across a range of countries between 1990 and 2013. These interventions are a key way of achieving the goal of a socially inclusive society, where all individuals and groups are able to claim and exercise their rights and responsibilities. Published May 2016.

 

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Sightsavers and disability rights
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Making schools safer for children with disabilities

Sightsavers’ Dr Steven Kaindaneh and Dr Julia de Kadt explain how our new research project puts schoolchildren with disabilities at the centre of efforts to combat gender-based violence.

Sightsavers, December 2024
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The impact of inclusion: meet the changemakers

Learn how our disability-inclusive projects are helping to create a better world for everyone by supporting people like Sadah, Eunice and Shihab.

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Cameroon approves landmark inclusive education policy

With Sightsavers’ support, the government of Cameroon has adopted a national policy to deliver quality and equitable inclusive education for people with disabilities.

November 2024