CBM’s IAG & International Disability Alliance (IDA) Advisory Capacity & Exchange (ACE) fellowship w #disabilitymovement members across the region translated #disabilityinclusion theory into practice & provided inclusion advice to intl dev stakeholders. Read more here 👉 bit.ly/3L1L5T4

“Assistive Technology is often a low priority for governments, development agencies, and donors,” say Casey McCowan, Vânia de la Fuente-Núñez, and Lisa Johnson from The Fred Hollows Foundation. devpolicy.org/a-call-for-inc… #AssistiveTechnology #inclusive #equality #Pacific

.@DFAT’s new International Disability Equity & Rights strategy is Australia’s chance to “step up or stumble” on championing disability equity & rights. Read former politician Bob McMullan’s new piece in the The Mandarin #ChampioningDisabilityEquity bit.ly/4bukmcj

CBMA associate & disability inclusion advocate Stevie Wills explores the barriers to inclusion & stigma people with disabilities face in her new piece on Ethos. Discover some practical steps we can take towards equity for people with disabilities bit.ly/3SnZeOb

July is #DisabilityPrideMonth 🏳️‍🌈! We spoke with Janine Cruzet 🇵🇭 who shared her perspective on how this month is more than a time for celebration—it’s a chance to reflect on our achievements and advocate for ongoing change in disability rights. ✊💬 internationaldisabilityalliance.org/blog/celebrati…

Excited to share our new film with Paralympian Anne Wafula Strike, sharing her inspiring story and passion for girls with disabilities being included at school. Thanks to our fantastic corporate partner Ebury for sponsoring the film! cbmuk.org.uk/news-and-blogs…

Assistive Technology (AT) is not just a tool; it's a lifeline for people with disabilities. Right now, millions of people in the Pacific don’t have access to the AT they need to thrive, but the right access AT can #UnlockTheEveryday. bit.ly/4dL35gN

Did you know? Access to AT can empower millions in living with disabilities in our region. AT isn't just about convenience; it's about equality and opportunity. Let's work together to advocate for increased access to this vital lifeline! #UnlockTheEveryday bit.ly/4dL35gN

This #WorldHumanitarianDay, the Disability Reference Group for humanitarian action released a new compendium of good practice, and it features two CBM Global Disability Inclusion initiatives. ✅ Empowering local OPDs in Kenya ✅ Our IAG's collaboration with World Food Programme 👉shorturl.at/jK3jB

.Jane Edge & CBM associate Stevie Wills were in Canberra last week for Micah Australia Women Leaders Network Delegation. They met with Senator Penny Wong Pat Conroy MP to talk #AustralianAid & how we must do more to support millions in our region #SaferWorldForAll

Everyone deserves the chance to live their life to the fullest, but millions of people with disabilities in the Pacific don’t have that choice. AT makes this choice a reality by breaking down barriers to inclusion & enabling independence.#UnlockTheEveryday

As the 53rd Pacific Islands Forum Leaders Meeting gets underway for day two, a coalition of civil society organisations are launching a new report calling for an ambitious climate finance goal. Read our media release here 👇acfid.asn.au/pacific-island…

Assistive technologies enhance performance & drives Paralympic dreams. Yet, millions of people with disabilities in the Pacific are locked out by limited access to this vital support. Help us make a difference. Sign our petition to #UnlockTheEveryday bit.ly/4cWt0kC

Pacific Disability rights leaders, Faatino Utumapu & Sa Utailesolo from Samoa, and Almah Kuambu, PNG, are in Canberra with @ADDCNews Exec Officer Kerryn Clarke meeting w Senator David Smith to call on Australia to champion equity for people with #disabilities via #AustralianAid.

The Paralympics inspire us with stories of determination and triumph. Yet, for millions of people with disabilities in the Pacific, access to AT remains a distant dream. Let's bridge this gap together. Sign our petition & help #UnlockTheEveryday. bit.ly/4cWt0kC

Pacific Disability rights leaders, Faatino Utumapu & Sa Utailesolo from Samoa, Almah Kuambu & Kevin Akike, PNG & Tabaia Iakobwa, Kiribati, are in Canberra w @ADDCNews Kerryn Clarke mtg w @DFAT to call on Australia to champion equity for people w disabilities via #AustralianAid

CBMA’s IAG has been busy over the last 6 months! We’ve worked with OPDs, Australian NGOs, Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade 🇦🇺 and multilateral partners across the development & humanitarian sector & the disability movement to achieve #disabilityequity. Read more about here 👉 bit.ly/4dObWi7

CBM is proud to engage with Pacific disability leaders as part of the State of the Pacific conference. Join us as we amplify voices, raise awareness, and drive action for catalytic investment in #assistivetechnology & procurement across the Pacific.