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Being in the driver's seat and seeing the impact of change?

That's only one thing that makes being a Disability Inclusion Facilitator so rewarding.

Watch to see why Naome, Doreck and Noeline love their work as DIFs: youtube.com/shorts/yZGeJ...

#CommitToInclusion #DisabilityRights #CommitToChange
I'm the one in the driving seat! — #CommitToInclusion
YouTube video by Light for the World
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March 17, 2025 at 12:54 PM
g3ict.bsky.social
At the Global Disability Summit 2025 in Berlin, G3ict was honored as one of the featured commitments out of more than 800 global submissions advancing disability inclusion and rights.

Website: https://g3ict.org/

Newsletter: https://shorturl.at/R2v1F

#CommitToChange
3ict recognized as one of the commitments at the Global Disability Summit 2025 in Berlin
April 3, 2025 at 3:12 PM
light-for-the-world.org
Noeline shows us how to build inclusive workplaces through reasonable accommodation, training, and inclusive hiring.

youtube.com/shorts/6Ef1R...

What's your commitment to creating a diverse and accessible work environment?

#CommitToInclusion #DisabilityRights #CommitToChange
Is your workplace inclusive? — #CommitToInclusion
YouTube video by Light for the World
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March 25, 2025 at 8:13 AM
g3ict.bsky.social
G3icts President Christopher Lee and Director for the Global Advisory Center (GAC) Monica Duhem will be attending the  Global Disability Summit (GDS) 2025, engaging in discussions on institutional advocacy and disability-inclusive policies.

https://www.globaldisabilitysummit.org/

#GDS2025
Over a billion reasons to #CommitToChange at the GDS 2025
March 31, 2025 at 1:30 PM
futureisorg.bsky.social
Davis’s words remind us that change is possible when we commit to it.

FiNC embraces this mindset by supporting reforms that make democracy more transparent, accessible, and accountable.

Real progress begins when we work together to create a government that serves everyone.

 #CommitToChange
March 4, 2025 at 7:00 PM
food4transform.bsky.social
The #GDS2025 in Berlin looked for ways to enforce the rights of persons with #disabilities. Data and #digitalisation are an important tool for this, also in development policy. Journalist Jan Rübel reports on the innovations presented at the event: bit.ly/3FZxDjb
#CommitToChange #OverABillionReasons
April 9, 2025 at 12:47 PM
light-for-the-world.org
Meet her at the #GDS2025 Fireside Chat on April 2nd, 2025, at 16:15 CET! #CommitToChange
Fireside Chat: Young Women and Men with Disabilities Driving Economic Inclusion 2nd April, 2025: 16:15 – 16:45 (CET)
March 12, 2025 at 8:20 AM
food4transform.bsky.social
The Global Disability Summit #GDS2025 is just a week ahead. In the run up to the event, we spoke to Jürgen Dusel about the importance of #Inclusion in development cooperation. Read the full interview here: www.foodfortransformation.org/preview.php/...

#CommitToChange #OverABillionReasons @bmz.de
March 27, 2025 at 3:34 PM
globetrottingfr.bsky.social
These are the commitment cards from participants to my conference sessions from June-Dec 2024. They’re all going out in the mail #Legacy #Fundraising #CommitToChange
January 17, 2025 at 3:18 PM
cbmuk.bsky.social
At the Global Disability Summit we caught up with Nir Shretha, from our partner BYAN in Nepal!

If you are at the #GDS2025, you can visit Nir and his team to find out more about their work in Nepal.

#GDS2025 #CommitToChange #OverABillionReasons
April 1, 2025 at 1:24 PM
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🌍 UNRISD Pledges for Disability Inclusion! ♿💙

At the Global Disability Summit, we are joining International Disability Alliance, BMZ and HCD to commit to real action for a more inclusive world. Here’s how we’ll make a difference!👇

#GDS2025 #CommitToChange #OverABillionReasons
April 3, 2025 at 1:47 PM
light-for-the-world.org
“If we remove barriers, support reasonable accommodations, and invest in inclusive training and career pathways, we unlock enormous potential for businesses and society alike,” says @tomshakespeare.bsky.social, Chair of the Board at Light for the World. #DisabilityRights #GDS2025 #CommitToChange
A headshot of Professor Tom Shakespeare. He is a white man, wearing a blue shirt, in this picture. He has blue eyes. Likewise, he smiles at the camera. Tom has achondroplasia.
April 2, 2025 at 8:00 AM
neilmilliken.bsky.social
I am honoured to be a speaker at the Global Disability Summit (GDS) 2025 on 2-3 April in Berlin. GDS 2025 will bring together world leaders and key stakeholders to advance the implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities secure ambitious commitments for real change.
Blue and white promotional graphic for the Global Disability Summit 2025, taking place on 2-3 April 2025 in Berlin. The text reads: "I'm speaking at the Global Disability Summit 2025, 2-3 April 2025, Berlin." In the bottom left corner, it says "Neil Milliken, VP - Global Head of Accessibility & Digital Inclusion, Atos." There is a photo of Neil Milliken on the right side, showing a man with short dark hair and a neutral expression. The bottom section includes logos for the Global Disability Summit, The Federal Government, IDA International Disability Alliance, and another logo with Arabic script. The hashtag "#CommitToChange" is in the top right corner.
March 26, 2025 at 3:34 PM
eduinternational.bsky.social
📢 An Education International delegation is present at the Global Disability Summit in Berlin!
🏫Education unionists reaffirm that #InclusiveEducation is a fundamental human right and key to thriving communities.
#GDS2025 #CommitToChange
@sadtunational.bsky.social @nasuwt-official.bsky.social @bmz.de
April 2, 2025 at 7:50 AM
cbmuk.bsky.social
"Disabled people... are part of every community in every country around the world... we need to make sure no one is left behind."

Minister for Disability, Stephen Timms at #GDS2025 highlighting the importance of disability inclusion for mainstream development work.

#CommitToChange
Stephen Timms speaking at the Global Disability Summit in front of a room of delegates.
April 3, 2025 at 9:20 AM
eus-nachrichten.bsky.social
Disability Summit 2025 – Fortschritt für die Zukunft? #GDS2025 #CommitToChange #DisabilitySummit2025 #BMZ #Jordanien #Amman #Behinderung #Inklusion #Teilhabe #Barrierefeiheit #Deutschland #Hilfe #News #Berlin #Newsroom #Nachrichten #presse https://tinyurl.com/28g2hm4q
Bildbeschreibung: Entwicklungsministerin Svenja Schulze.
April 5, 2025 at 12:15 PM
light-for-the-world.org
Surprising truth? People want to be inclusive!

The missing piece is often 'how’. Watch to see how we bridge that gap.

youtube.com/shorts/K_IbO...

#CommitToInclusion #DisabilityRights #CommitToChange
@iddc.bsky.social
How to be inclusive — #CommitToInclusion
YouTube video by Light for the World
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March 3, 2025 at 8:40 AM
light-for-the-world.org
We’ve asked the three youth advocates about accessibility features at the Global Disability Summit 2025. Here’s what they discovered! #WeCanWork #WCW #GDS2025 #CommitToChange @suuhu.bsky.social @iddc.bsky.social
April 22, 2025 at 11:23 AM
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Doreck's highlighting the power of collaboration and participation for artists with disabilities. Let's celebrate their work and ensure the arts are truly inclusive.

youtube.com/shorts/AWuGY...

#CommitToInclusion #DisabilityRights #CommitToChange
The power of inclusive arts — #CommitToInclusion
YouTube video by Light for the World
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March 10, 2025 at 10:40 AM
light-for-the-world.org
“Our Global Disability Summit call to action is clear: disability inclusion must remain on the agenda,” says @katribertram.bsky.social, International Director of Impact & Advocacy at Light for the World.

Join us at #GDS2025 to turn commitments into action!

#CommitToChange #DisabilityRights
A picture of Katri Bertram, International Director of Impact and Advocacy at Light for the World with the following quotes: “Our Global Disability Summit call to action is clear: disability inclusion must remain on the agenda.” and “Inclusion must be a fully funded and integrated part of all development, humanitarian and global health efforts.”
March 28, 2025 at 8:54 AM
eduinternational.bsky.social
Education unions within @etuce.bsky.social and the 🌍 over believe that #InclusiveEducation is a fundamental human right and 🗝️to thriving communities.
#GDS2025 #CommitToChange
@vbe-berlin.bsky.social @sadtunational.bsky.social
@nasuwt-official.bsky.social @bmz.de
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New video report on inclusive education in Solingen
ETUCE and EFEE have launched a new video report from their joint study visit to Solingen, Germany, conducted on 5 September 2024. This visit, part of their project promoting inclusion of persons with ...
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April 3, 2025 at 9:06 AM
eduinternational.bsky.social
There is an "urgent need for inclusive educational policies that address the diverse needs of all educators and learners, including those with disabilities."

📝 Our Executive Board just released a statement on #GDS2025

#CommitToChange #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

➡️ eiie.io/3FOkyJB
April 3, 2025 at 1:59 PM
food4transform.bsky.social
@worldvision.bsky.social's commitment to #sustaining & #restoring food systems integrates community-led approaches. Read how World Vision involves people with disabilities in decision-making processes www.foodfortransformation.org/inclusion-in...

#GDS2025 #CommitToChange @worldvisioneu.bsky.social
A Statement of Ben, a rural man with disability that works on the restoration of mangroves in the Solomon Islands.
April 1, 2025 at 8:16 AM
light-for-the-world.org
Young African disability rights leaders join the Global Disability Summit 2025! We are sending #WeCanWork delegates like Maureen Kalungi, advocating for inclusive jobs or menstrual health, to speak on disability inclusion at the #GDS2025 Fireside Chat, April 2, 2025, 16:15 CET! #CommitToChange
Why you should meet Maureen at the Global Disability Summit. A picture of Maureen. She wears glasses, a pink blouse and a black skirt. She stands using two crutches. "Disability is not inability — together, we can drive positive change!" A quote by Maureen and a picture of her holding a microphone to her mouth and wearing a beige blouse. Fireside Chat: Young Women and Men with Disabilities Driving Economic Inclusion 2nd April, 2025: 16:15 – 16:45 (CET)
March 24, 2025 at 8:41 AM
light-for-the-world.org
Young African disability rights leaders join the Global Disability Summit 2025! We are sending #WeCanWork delegates like Emmanuel Izere, inclusive employment expert, to speak on disability inclusion in the workplace. Meet them at the #GDS2025 Fireside Chat, April 2, 2025, 16:15 CET! #CommitToChange
Why you should meet Emmanuel at the Global Disability Summit. A picture of Emmanuel. He wears large sunglasses, a light blue shirt and a blue blazer. He stands, folding his hands in front of him. "Commit to create accessible workplaces, inclusive hiring policies, and targeted skills development programes!" A quote by Emmanuel and a picture of him with eyes closed, wearing a chequered shirt. Fireside Chat: Young Women and Men with Disabilities Driving Economic Inclusion 2nd April, 2025: 16:15 – 16:45 (CET)
March 20, 2025 at 8:34 AM