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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Accessibility is more than ramps and buildings. Today, on the International Day of Sign Languages, we’re reminded that being in a space doesn’t always mean being able to participate. Let’s make sign languages visible and available so more people can learn, work, make decisions and be heard.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Due to the large number of applications we received this year, reviewing them is taking longer than expected. We hope to begin interviews within the next two weeks and make our final decisions by the end of the month. We’ll keep you updated!

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

CIP Fellowship applications are closed: over 1,000 received this year, more than ever before, and the quality blew us away. Now the hard part: choosing just 3 Fellows. Thanks for your patience as we review carefully. Updates: inclusive-policy.org/subscribe/

CIP Fellowship 2026
Applications are now closed
Thank you to everyone who applied.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

A large disability budget is not the same as more inclusion. India's budget shows why. Most funds went to cash transfers, some supported segregated settings, and nearly USD 10 million for assistive devices went unspent. Where the money goes matters as much as how much. Read more: bit.ly/4bsqTHB

“Stat of the Month. Governments often highlight how much they spend on disability. But does a bigger budget mean greater inclusion?” A collage shows two hands arranging pieces of a pie chart above a quarter-dollar coin, while a wheelchair user reaches toward it.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Road crashes can cause lifelong disability, yet it's often overlooked, especially in low- and middle-income countries, where they may be a leading cause of preventable disability. Road safety and disability fields rarely talk to each other. Our new study maps that gap: bit.ly/4pEYNhW

Portrait of Florence Marcus. Text reads: “As someone from Africa who lost a leg in a road traffic accident, this resonates deeply. Surviving the crash was only the beginning of a lifelong journey with disability. Florence Marcus Lawyer & Disability Rights Advocate”

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

New study using the Child Functioning Module shows how children's difficulties cluster into clear profiles, helping us see who's being left out, and why. CIP contributed to this UNICEF/Washington Group analysis led by Carlo Tramontano and colleagues. Full article: bit.ly/3TAk3cE

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New approaches to categorising childhood disability: an international comparative analysis of the UNICEF/Washington Group child functioning module

The Child Functioning Module (CFM) assesses children's functional difficulties in multiple domains (i.e., sensory, physical, communication, cognitive,…

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

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New approaches to categorising childhood disability: an international comparative analysis of the UNICEF/Washington Group child functioning module

The Child Functioning Module (CFM) assesses children's functional difficulties in multiple domains (i.e., sensory, physical, communication, cognitive,…

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Are you a junior researcher with disability based in a low- or middle-income country? CIP Fellowship Program is for you. Applications close on July 31 👉 inclusive-policy.org/fellowship/

Here’s what we offer: a monthly stipend of $1,000 for 12 months; up to $2,000 for fieldwork costs or further training and conferences; reasonable accommodation costs necessary to facilitate participation will also be covered; an online training curriculum led by leading researchers; a mentor to guide your research; and a global network of alumni.

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Lurie Institute for Disability Policy @lurieinstitute.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Upcoming Webinar 💻 Navigating Nursing Home to Community Transition: Barriers and Supports for Disabled People of Color 🗓️ Thursday, August 6, 2026 ⏰ 2 PM ET 📍 Zoom - Register today: zurl.co/cK2Cy ♿️ ASL interpretation and Zoom automated captions will be available.

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Plain language summary: The 1999 Supreme Court Olmstead v. L.C. decision said that people with disabilities have the right to live in the community. Many people have been able to live in the community because of the Olmstead v. L.C. decision. However, other people remain in institutions (including people who would prefer to live in the community).

In a study at the Lurie Institute for Disability Policy, we interviewed disabled people of color who had experience living in a nursing home. In this webinar, peer researchers Tyree Brown and Anne-Marie Gomes, share findings on the barriers and supports that disabled people of color experience to transition from nursing homes to the community. Addressing these barriers and supports can help more people live in the community.

The 1999 Supreme Court Olmstead decision clarified that the Americans with Disabilities Act protects disabled people from unjustified segregation in institutional settings. The decision underscored community living as a civil right & not merely a preference. Despite a shift from institutions to community living, people of color with disabilities are less likely to use Home & Community-Based Services (HCBS), & when they do receive HCBS, they experience higher rates of unmet need, as compared to White disabled individuals.
Through a multi-year study, the Lurie Institute for Disability Policy interviewed disabled people of color with experience living in nursing homes. In this webinar, peer researchers Tyree Brown & Anne-Marie Gomes, share findings on the barriers & supports that affect transitions from nursing homes to community living, including HCBS, for disabled people of color. Addressing these barriers & strengthening identified supports can help us advance the promises of Olmstead.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Accessibility is often seen as too expensive. But the evidence tells a different story. In fact, when accessibility is built in from the start, it adds little to no extra cost. Learn more in our Stat of the Month article: inclusive-policy.org/data/cost-of...

Slide with the text “Next time someone says accessibility is too expensive, you’ve got the numbers. And the arguments: Accessibility costs less when included from the beginning. Renovations cost more, but can be phased in over time to fit available budgets.” It includes floating numbers and a calculator illustration.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

What does it take to make social protection systems truly inclusive of disability? In the Social Inclusion Series, CIP Senior Associate Abner Manlapaz discussed how Asia-Pacific systems can address stigma, inaccessibility & costs of care, and why "cash-plus" approaches matter. 🎙️ bit.ly/4oSIDBe

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

As OPDs face mounting funding pressures, how development resources are allocated matters more than ever. CIP's latest Policy Brief looks at what needs to change to align ODA with the CRPD, and what governments can do. Read the brief: bit.ly/4awSjLM Watch the video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIJa...

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OFFICIAL DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE (ODA): Disability Policy Insights 5

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

As OPDs face mounting funding pressures, how development resources are allocated matters more than ever. CIP's latest Policy Brief looks at what needs to change to align ODA with the CRPD, and what governments can do. Watch the video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=GIJa... Read the brief: bit.ly/4awSjLM

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Are you a junior researcher with disability based in a low- or middle-income country? CIP Fellowship Program is for you. Fully online. $1000/month stipend + up to $2000 for fieldwork or training. Mentorship. Global network. Research that matters. Closes July 31 👉 inclusive-policy.org/fellowship/

CIP Fellowship Program: Applications Now Open!

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

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OFFICIAL DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE (ODA): Disability Policy Insights 5

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Over the past 20 years, data collection tools have expanded significantly, helping generate more information on persons with disabilities than ever before. But there is still work to do. 📍 #COSP19 side event "Article 31 at 20: Progress and Remaining Gaps on Statistics and Data Collection."

Quote graphic for COSP 2026 featuring Daniel Mont, CIP CEO. The quote reads: "We have much more disability data than we did when the CRPD came into being. The challenge now is to make that data more complete, harmonized, and useful across administrative systems." A photo shows Daniel Mont smiling, wearing a light blue shirt against a green background.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Reliable data helps ensure that persons with disabilities are visible in government systems and that policies are shaped by evidence. At #COSP19, Mont emphasized that disability data is most effective when information can be harmonized and used across systems, supporting more informed policymaking.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

Having a toilet isn't the same as being able to use it. Most poverty indexes count services, but don't ask if they're actually accessible for people with disabilities. Inclusive policy starts with inclusive data. This is our Stat of the Month: inclusive-policy.org/data/disabil...

Infographic featuring a photograph of a metal faucet and a green silhouette map of Tajikistan. Text reads: "In Tajikistan, 24% of households with members with disabilities reported barriers accessing their main water source, even though they shared the same home." Source: World Bank, 2017.

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Maria Ní Fhlatharta @nifhla.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

I love this team.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 01/06/2026

Our team and board from several countries gathered in Madrid: three days of ideas, reflection, and connection, shaping the strategy that will guide CIP over the next three years. More soon. We're excited for what's next.

Group photo of eleven CIP team members posing outdoors in front of green vegetation and stone walls. In the foreground, three wheelchair users smile at the camera. Behind them, eight CIP team members stand and smile as well. The setting is bright and relaxed.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

What if education gaps by disability are being measured incorrectly? Comparisons often mix all ages, but many acquire disabilities after finishing school and inclusion in education was worse for older generations. Welcome to our Stat of the Month! Web article: inclusive-policy.org/data/disabil...

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Statistic of the Month – How Education Gaps by Disability Vary Across Age Groups | Center for Inclusive Policy

Are disability education gaps being measured correctly? Ignoring age can hide or distort the real barriers students with disabilities face.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 30/04/2026

REMINDER: You’re invited! Disability Data Webinar! Why do disability prevalence estimates vary? What does that mean for policy and data use? Join this session sponsored by the Washington Group on Disability Statistics and the Center for Inclusive Policy to unpack it. Register: bit.ly/3QaBe2X

Promotional image for a webinar titled 'Why Do Disability Prevalence Estimates Vary? Understanding Differences Across Data Sets.' Taking place on Tuesday, May 5th at 8:00 AM ET via Zoom. Sponsored by the Washington Group on Disability Statistics (WG) and the Center for Inclusive Policy (CIP).

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 23/04/2026

CIP is heading to #WomenDeliver2026 Join us for the plenary “Resourcing Feminist Futures: Power, Politics, and the Future of Funding,” featuring our Deputy Director @nifhla.bsky.social We’ll co-host a Care Pavilion side event on inclusive approaches to care & support across gender and disability.

Center for Inclusive Policy (CIP) at Women Deliver 2026.

Panel (Women Deliver): “Resourcing Feminist Futures: Power, Politics, and the Future of Funding.” Featuring Maria Ní Fhlatharta, Deputy Director, CIP. April 29, 11:30 AM–1:00 PM AEST. Plenary Hall, Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center.

Side Event (Care Pavilion): “Care and Support: Challenges and Opportunities for an Inclusive Gender and Disability Agenda.” Hosted by CIP and partners: Disability Rights Fund, Inclusion International, International Disability Alliance (IDA), Women Enabled International. April 27, 2026, 11:00 AM–12:30 PM AEST. Location: TBC.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Every year, CIP develops its annual response to India’s Union Budget, providing an overview from the perspective of persons with disabilities. Implementing the Act demands cross-sectoral recognition and structural change, yet current allocations remain insufficient. Here: bit.ly/3Ou17ua

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 09/04/2026

Our Fellow Umesh Balal Magar joined this powerful conversation as a panelist, highlighting the role of youth with disabilities in climate action. Hosted by the Disability Rights Fund, European Disability Forum, the Youth Negotiators Academy, and Disability Climate Caucus. Recording: bit.ly/4t8MvzC

A quote reads: “People often see young people with disability as just victims of climate change, but they are also contributors to climate action and policy processes.” Umesh Balal Magar, CIP Fellow.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

A powerful profile of our Senior Research Associate Meenakshi Balasubramanian in The Hindu traces her journey from accounting to becoming a leading voice for disability rights in India. At CIP, we have the privilege of seeing this work up close. Take a moment to read: bit.ly/4dz0iug

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A Chennai activist’s fight for accessibility and inclusion

Meenakshi Balasubramanian, advocate for disability rights, shares her journey from accounting to activism in Tamil Nadu and beyond.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Disability statistics often focus on one number: prevalence. But the real impact goes far beyond that. For example, if disability is associated with extra costs of living, those extra costs are shared by the whole household. Welcome to our #StatOfTheMonth. Read more on our website: bit.ly/4bKyYb9

Map of Afghanistan. Text reads: “Look at Afghanistan. 16% disability rate. 40% of people live in households directly impacted by disability.”

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

In South Sudan, cash transfers were already helping girls with disabilities stay in school. Now, boys with disabilities are receiving them too. We’re proud to know that our resources are being used in decision-making spaces and helping shape real policy outcomes! 🔗 www.youtube.com/@CenterForIn...

Quote from Marie Schoeman, Disability Inclusion Technical Advisor: “We used CIP videos and materials across our trainings in South Sudan. They were very useful in persuading the government to increase funding and extend cash transfers to boys with disabilities.”

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 24/03/2026

66.3% of adults with disabilities in Bogota report unmet care needs. New research from CIP highlights structural shortfalls in care systems: www.mdpi.com/2673-7272/6/... For policy design, this matters. Systems must recognize people with disabilities as both care recipients and caregivers.

Myth
People with disabilities are only "dependent" care recipients

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35.7% of adults with disabilities are actually CAREGIVERS.

They provide care for children, older adults, other persons with disabilities, and other family members while managing their own lives.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 19/03/2026

How did South Sudan transform disability data in inclusive education? CIP session: Integrating Washington Group Questions + digital tools into EMIS increased identified students with disabilities from 6,000 to 41,000 in one year, turning better data into better policy. Full webinar: bit.ly/4bxAPP5

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From INVISIBILITY to IMPACT: South Sudan’s Disability DATA TRANSFORMATION

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 17/03/2026

At a recent webinar hosted by the IIEP-UNESCO’s Community of Practice on Inclusive Education, CIP CEO Daniel Mont joined over 200 participants to explore how stronger education data systems can support more effective and inclusive decision-making. Watch the webinar: www.youtube.com/watch?v=GCZz...

Portrait of Daniel Mont, smiling, next to a quote that reads: “More inclusive data on education means more inclusive education.” The image notes it was heard during a UNESCO Community of Practice on Inclusive Education webinar. Mont is identified as CIP CEO and Co-founder.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

New article co-authored by CIP highlights critical gap: people who acquire disabilities through traffic accidents are rarely considered a discrete group. This disconnect between road safety and disability fields leaves survivors’ needs, costs and social impact largely overlooked. 📖 bit.ly/3P1mkvs

Graphic announcing a new article titled “Road Traffic Accidents and Disability: A global health concern,” published in the journal Social Science & Medicine. The design resembles overlapping computer windows and includes the journal cover, a link to the article (https://bit.ly/3P1mkvs
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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 08/03/2026

International Women’s Day: we sat down with CIP experts to reflect on issues that particularly concern women with disabilities, especially the CARE AGENDA. Why must they be central to the global care conversation? And what policies are needed for truly inclusive systems? Interview: bit.ly/4rTJimy

International Women's Day: The Missing Piece in the Care Conversation

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Numbers don’t lie, but they can hide the truth. We just need to learn how to interpret them. Many people use the Unemployment Rate to measure exclusion... But is it the right tool? Welcome to our #StatOfTheMonth: bit.ly/4l0sPKO

The indicator you choose changes the story... and the solutions.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

We are incredibly honored to welcome Rosangela Berman Bieler to our Board. For over 40 years, Rosangela has advanced disability rights and inclusive development, playing a key role in shaping the global movement, including contributing to the UNCRPD. Her wisdom will help guide the path ahead.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

When we talk about poverty and disability, it isn't just about standard measures of poverty. It's about extra costs. Knowing the difference is key to designing fair, inclusive policies. Explore our report “Estimating the Extra Costs for Disability for Social Protection Programs”: bit.ly/4qoHXCH

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Save this! New UN guidelines on accessible surveys are out, offering practical recommendations to make data collection more inclusive of persons with disabilities. We were glad to contribute as one of several reviewers of an earlier draft. Download it here: unstats.un.org/iswghs/docum...

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 03/02/2026

Authors reflect on why listening to adults with disabilities matters, what's lost when care is only reported by those without disabilities, and how recognizing overlapping care roles reshapes policy: bit.ly/3M9mDTR Explore what more responsive care systems could look like in Colombia and beyond.

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New Evidence on Unmet Care Needs Among Adults with Disabilities in Bogota | Center for Inclusive Policy

Based on primary data from 1,001 adults with disabilities in Bogotá, this research shows that many have unmet care needs (even when they already receive support) and highlights that people with disabi...

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 28/01/2026

Armenia replaced a medical disability assessment with a social, digital, functioning-based model. Follow us behind the scenes with an evaluation of Armenia’s Disability Assessment Reform, a joint effort by the @cipofficial.bsky.social and ADB. Read the interview:

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Inside Armenia’s Disability Assessment Reform | Center for Inclusive Policy

A behind-the-scenes interview exploring Armenia’s digital disability assessment reform and its shift from a medical to a social, functioning-based model.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 22/01/2026

66.3% of adults with disabilities in Bogota, Colombia, have unmet care needs. 35.7% provide care. New Center for Inclusive Policy research shows how care needs and disability intersect in practice. Article published in @mdpiopenaccess.bsky.social: www.mdpi.com/2673-7272/6/...

New Article! Unsatisfied Care Needs of Adults with Disabilities in Bogota, Colombia.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Government budgets drive action, so they must be analyzed before numbers lock in. Pacta’s final report on allocations for persons with disabilities, released ahead of India’s Union Budget 2026–27. We contributed CIP’s budget analysis approach and input on the Union Budget. Here: bit.ly/49DBHAW

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 13/01/2026

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INSIDE Armenia’s Disability Assessment REFORM | The STORY BEHIND the RESEARCH

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

EVIDENCE DROP! Care and disability are often discussed separately, but people don’t live their lives that way. We’re reflecting on why addressing care and disability together is essential to building systems that support autonomy, independent living, and full participation in society. 🧵 1/6

Women and girls undertake most care and support work. But one essential dimension remains overlooked in the global care agenda: disability inclusion. Without it, millions lack the support to live independently and participate fully.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 15/12/2025

Armenia is setting a regional precedent by transforming its disability assessment system. This new report, co-published with the @adb.org, explores the shift to a rights-based, digitally enabled approach to disability benefits. Read it here: inclusive-policy.org/wp-content/u...

Graphic announcing a new report titled “Armenia’s Disability Assessment Reform.” The cover shows the logos of the Center for Inclusive Policy and the Asian Development Bank, with illustrated icons representing law, rights, and social protection over a map of Armenia, in green and blue tones.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

Our Disability Policy Insight series was created to break down complex policy topics into accessible insights that support inclusive decision-making. Because when policy becomes clearer, participation becomes possible. Explore all reports and videos here: inclusive-policy.org/disability-p... 🧵1/5

Graphic titled ‘Budget Analysis.’ It highlights that in low- and middle-income countries, government spending on disability-related programs ranges from 0.01% to 0.80% of GDP. The text notes that it’s not only about how much is being spent but how it is being spent. The illustration includes a calculator, a clipboard, and a pencil on a black background.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

If CIP’s work has supported yours, here are ways to support us: Donate. U.S. federal employees: give through the CFC (ID 44639). Sign up for our newsletter. Share our posts. If you work with a foundation on disability-inclusive policy, let’s connect. Thanks for helping data open doors.

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A policy, research, and training “think and do” tank building inclusive futures. Donate now to advance disability inclusion globally.

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

During the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, our team reflected on what this day represents. Here is one of those voices. Thank you, Meenakshi, for your commitment at @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social to building the inclusive society we all deserve, with data lighting the way.

Meenakshi Balasubramanian, CIP Senior Research Associate, sits in her wheelchair.A text overlay shows her quote: “This day informs the community that a group of people are marginalised, invisible, and experience discrimination on a daily basis. It reminds us of the gap between what needs to be done and what is happening to reduce inequality.”

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Center for Inclusive Policy @inclusivepolicy.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

To wrap up this International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we’re excited to share that we’ve officially launched our Instagram account: www.instagram.com/centerforinc... We’ll be sharing our disability data, evidence, and key insights: all in one place. Follow us and stay connected!

New CIP Instagram account: @centerforinclusivepolicy

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