Disability and Development Experiences in inclusive practices in Asia
Participating Projects The CAHD strategy Target Sectors Example: inclusive strategies in education Example: local governance - transfer of responsibilities for ownership and sustainability Conclusion Content
Participating projects 7 Projects in 4 Countries
The CAHD Strategy Implementing community based rehabilitation comprehensively
Target sectors for inclusive strategies Built environment Education Vocational training Micro- finances Private business Justice Governance Aim is to accelerate inclusion
Mainstreaming and special support go hand in hand Bangladesh: Training of teachers and government officials Support to Government: technical advice and coordination 8,000 children included in regular classes Nepal: Knowledge and capacity building of children in Child Clubs 400 children included in Child Clubs > 4% Philippines: Preparatory and support classes in regular schools Special education classes in regular teacher’s training 400 teachers availed special education sessions Experiences in the sector of education
Experiences in local governance Project ownership in the community Full responsibility and investment by local government Municipal Government: Disability (CAHD) Coordinator Physiotherapist Rehabilitation centre CAHD Technical Team People’s Organisation Simon of Cyrene Project Coordinator Program and Training Team
Inclusive practices >> paradigm shift Inclusive strategies >> participative Inclusive strategies >> simultaneous in all sectors of community development Inclusive practices >> dignity Conclusion
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