In this new report, ATscale describes the enormous gains that access to assistive technology (AT) can have in health, for the community and the economy. The figures are dramatic: investment in the provision of four assistive products – hearing aids, prostheses, eyeglasses, and wheelchairs – will result in a return on investment of 9:1.
Including Children with Disabilities in Humanitarian Action: WASH
ncluding Children with Disabilities in Humanitarian Action: WASH is designed for UNICEF field staff – including WASH humanitarian field officers, coordinators, specialist and advisors – as well as UNICEF’s partners and others involved in humanitarian work. It provides practical tips and offers entry points for making sure that WASH in emergencies takes children with disabilities into account. All staff can play an active role in ensuring that children with disabilities are included in WASH interventions within humanitarian contexts
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Publisher Name:
UNICEF
Publisher Website:
www.unicef.org
Publication Year:
2018
Languages:
English, French, Spanish, Arabic, Braille
Categories:
Report, Guide
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