World Institute on Disability

Another year in the books! As GADRA closes out 2024 with great news from Chile (wheelchairs were delivered today), we look forward to strengthening our support to disability-led organizations in 2025. Check out the end of year newsletter below. Link to GADRA end of year 2024 newsletter: https://lnkd.in/gbBvPXxb Image Description: western hemisphere, bottom left GADRA logo, center a sign reading past, present, future, and on the right the eastern hemisphere.

The World Institute on Disability celebrates the Global Disability Fund's recently launched #ResilientAndInclusiveCitiesHub(#RICH)! Big kudos to the Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) for making this collaboration possible! We can't wait to see the outcomes!

🚇 What’s up, WID?  Blog Post Alert 🌟 Navigating Metro Shutdowns in Washington, DC with Accessibility in Mind By Kamilah Martin-Proctor, WID Board of Directors Member Metro shutdowns can be a major disruption, especially for individuals with disabilities. 🛑 But don’t worry—we’ve got you covered! 💡 In this insightful blog post, Kamilah shares her insight, resources, and strategies to ensure accessible travel during these challenging times. 🌐 https://lnkd.in/gMCUsp-P #WhatsUpWID #AccessibilityForAll #InclusiveTravel #DisabilityAdvocacy #WashingtonDC #AccessibleTransit

Thanks, Stephen Ewell for including the World Institute on Disability in your Accessibility Leaders Group at #CES2025 once again! I'm excited to see the latest and greatest accessibility innovations at CES 2025! Are you attending CES 2025? Let's plan to connect!

The Disability and Development Report 2024 is out, and it’s a valuable read for anyone interested in disability inclusion and the Sustainable Development Goals. The report provides rich data and insights on a range of issues, from education and employment to healthcare, social protection, and community support. However, it also raises pressing questions about the path we’re on. The picture, unfortunately, is mixed. While there are pockets of progress, many gaps remain stagnant or are even widening. In some areas, there is insufficient information to fully understand trajectories, while in others, the progress we see falls far short of what is needed. The Center for Inclusive Policy (CIP) supported the drafting and review of some sections of this report. It’s clear that we need a sobering assessment of our disability inclusion strategies. Triumphalist statements about progress often fail to reflect the daily realities of persons with disabilities. It’s time to critically evaluate whether our current efforts are truly making a difference, and to explore more ambitious, innovative, and transformative solutions.

Check out The National Institutes of Health blog from Mike Lauer, which outlines a new resource page that compiles funding opportunities, resources, and data to support researchers with disabilities. This important info is not just for researchers with disabilities - as we all have a role to play. The resources cover making research more accessible, NIH policies, and allowable grant costs. I hope all researchers check it out!

I'm incredibly proud of what we achieved together in 2024. From AI solutions deployed in crisis response to digital transformation of nonprofits - you proved that technology can drive real social change. Take a look at Tech To The Rescue Wrapped 2024 ➡️ This isn't about talk. These are real solutions, helping real people, created by those who decided to act instead of waiting. Your commitment to tech for good is transforming how we tackle society's biggest challenges. 2025 is our chance to push these boundaries even further. Who's ready to join us? #TechForGood 

📣 #InternshipOpportunity: Join Us as an Intern at the Global Disability Summit Secretariat! Are you passionate about disability inclusion and eager to make a difference? The Global Disability Summit Secretariat is looking for an Intern to support our team! What You’ll Do: - Assist with administrative tasks. - Maintain communication channels. - Support the preparation and coordination of activities related to the Global Disability Summit What You’ll Gain: - Hands-on experience in a vibrant, international setting. - Skills in project management, communication, digital media, and event - coordination. If you’re ready to grow, learn, and make an impact, this internship is for you! 📌 To apply, please send an email to recruitment@ida-secretariat.org indicating in the subject “GDS Intern” and send us your proposal, including CV and cover letter, and fees estimation for this project. ⏰ The deadline for application is Dec 18, 2024, until 04:00 PM CET. For more details, refer to the job description attached. #GDS2025

Have a great idea for a mobile app?? Apply to get up to $10,000 plus a professional app developer and business support to develop a mobile application to improve health and function, community living and participation, and/or employment of individuals with disabilities. The Inclusive App Accelerator (IAA) will be supporting four teams to develop and distribute mobile apps that accomplish this goal each year. Learn more and apply at: https://inclusiveapps.com Submission Deadline:  January 31, 2025

🌎 Where to find WID today? Marcie Roth will serve as chair and panelist for the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR's) National Advisory Committee on Individuals with Disabilities and Disasters (NACIDD) public meeting on recommendations related to 1) expansion of the existing HHS emPOWER Program; 2) development of an analysis of the Emergency Response Framework and the Community Lifelines framework to find gaps in equitable and compliant incident management and disaster response activities.