CBR Africa Network (CAN) joins the global community in commemorating World Day for Assistive Technology, a day dedicated to raising awareness about the critical role of assistive technology in enabling persons with disabilities and others with functional limitations to participate fully in society. According to global estimates, more than 2.5 billion people require one or […]
Theme: Accelerating Digital Accessibility and AI Solutions for Africa’s Future . Inclusive Africa Conference 2026 Date :Jun 01 – 05, 2026 Time :7:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Africa/Nairobi) The Inclusive Africa Conference, hosted by inABLE, is the largest disability and digital inclusion event in Africa. Since 2020, it has advanced digital accessibility and assistive technology […]
The Uganda National Association of the Deaf (UNAD) successfully celebrated the International Week of Deaf People (IWDP) 2025, held from September 22nd to 26th,2025, in Mbarara City, Uganda. Te event was themed “No Human Rights Without Sign Language Rights,” emphasizing the critical role of sign language in ensuring equal access to information, education,and opportunities for […]
On 22nd May 2026, the Ministry of Health officially launched the National Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Strategic Plan 2025–2030 at a national event held in Kampala. The strategic plan was launched under the theme, “Advancing Equitable Access to Quality Rehabilitation and Assistive Technology Services for All in Uganda,” and aims to strengthen access to rehabilitation […]
The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities changed how the world understands disability. Organisations of persons with disabilities have been working tirelessly for the last 20 years to make the paradigm shift to a fully inclusive world a reality for all people with disabilities. Progress has been made, but barriers, exclusion and inequalities […]
A stakeholders’ tool in low-resourced settings. About the CBR/CBID-SET CBR/CBID-SET is a tool designed to enhance the sustainability of Community-Based Inclusive Development and rehabilitation (CBR/CBID) programs. It supports structured reflection and joint problem solving among a group of stakeholders involved in a specific, clearly defined CBR/CBID program. Through a participatory process, CBR/CBID-SET enables users to […]
CBR Africa Network (CAN) is excited to share the launch of the new report: Community-Based Disability Inclusion Insights. The report explores key lessons and practical experiences on advancing disability inclusion and strengthening sustainable community-based initiatives. Every day, millions of children and adults with disabilities encounter barriers that limit their rights, dignity and opportunities. Breaking down […]
Webinar Invitation: Sustaining Disability Inclusion – From Research to Practice Date: 12 May 2026 ,Time: 10:00 – 11:00 CEST , Format: Online Webinar , Language: English with Live French Translation , Participation: Free Breaking down Barriers invites disability inclusion practitioners, OPDs, NGOs, policymakers, donors, and development partners to attend an insightful webinar on sustaining Community-Based […]
The 11th World Disability and Rehabilitation Conference 2026 – 10 – 11 August 2026. Bali, Indonesia. Welcome to WDRC 2026! Theme: “The Sustainable Advantage: Human relations, Technology, and mental health for Disability Inclusion” The 11th edition of the World Disability and Rehabilitation conference, organized by The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM), will be held […]
Following the Memorial Lecture held on 10th April 2026 in honour of Professor Sally Diane Hartley, under the theme “Celebrating a Legacy: Inspiring Inclusive Development,” the CBR Africa Network (CAN) warmly invites all members, partners, and stakeholders to reaffirm their commitment to advancing Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) and Community-Based Inclusive Development (CBID). Professor Hartley’s life and […]
