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.
Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Humanitarian Action: Guidelines
The Inter-Agency Standing Committee (IASC) Task Team on Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Humanitarian Action developed these Guidelines through a consultative, participatory and inclusive process. They
reflect the input of more than 600 stakeholders across the disability, humanitarian and development sectors.
reflect the input of more than 600 stakeholders across the disability, humanitarian and development sectors.
Details
Publisher Name:
Interagency Standing Committee
Publisher Website:
https://interagencystandingcommittee.org/iasc-guidelines-on-inclusion-of-persons-with-disabilities-in-humanitarian-action-2019
Publication Year:
2019
Languages:
English
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