Cover for A Funder's Toolkit: Implementation of the United Nations Declaration of the Rights of Indigenous Peoples
Advocates and governments can use human rights instruments for indigenous peoples in conjunction with human rights instruments for people with disabilities to protect their rights
A community facilitator provides voter education for Nepali citizens with disabilities. Source:International Foundation for Electoral Systems
Trainings can be fun and interesting, especially when they include activities. But how do you make those activities inclusive of participants with disabilities?
Armenian disability rights advocate Karine Grigoryan (left) and the then U.S. Ambassador to Armenia, John Heffern (right), network during a reception with government representatives
Consider different strategies for advocacy or lobbying that work in your country
An election monitor from Nepal speaks with the local media about the importance of inclusion within the political process. Source: International Foundation for Electoral Systems
Campaigns are good opportunities to reach out to elected officials. Plan your strategy and prepare staff to effectively convey your message to officials by considering some of the guidelines outlined here
Disability organization representatives in the Dominican Republic shake hands with a politician. Source: International Foundation for Electoral Systems
Developing a policy platform is a great way for disability rights communities to agree upon their top priorities for political action
A Facebook page created by a regional network of organizations that support disability rights. Source: General Election Network for Disability Access (AGENDA)
Social media offers excellent opportunities for organizations to promote their work and advance their mission