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 […]
Purpose To provide an opportunity for YWDs to provide input into structured process for identifying and sharing their opinions on the development of CAN’s Youth Engagement Strategy document. The contributions from the YWDs will help to enhance visibility, knowledge sharing, and engagement on CBR/CBID and disability-inclusive development within Africa and beyond. FILL IN THE FORM
CBR Africa Network (CAN) successfully held a hybrid memorial lecture today in honour of the late Professor Sally Hartley, a distinguished champion of Community-Based Rehabilitation (CBR) and Community-Based Inclusive Development (CBID). The event brought together participants from across Africa and beyond, reflecting the far-reaching impact of Professor Hartley’s work and the continued relevance of her […]
The course is co-organized by the United Nations Office for Disaster Risk Reduction (UNDRR) Global Education and Training Institute (GETI), the United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC), the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), and the United Nations Technology Bank for the Least Developed Countries (UNTB), supported by the Government of China and Türkiye through the UN Fund for South-South Cooperation, and the Government of the Republic of Korea (Ministry of the Interior and Safety and Incheon Metropolitan City)
The CBR Africa Network is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of a transformative three-day inception workshop convened by Liliane Fonds, in collaboration with CBCHS in Cameroon. This workshop brought together key stakeholders from across Africa with a shared commitment to advancing inclusive development. Over the three days, participants engaged in meaningful dialogue, knowledge exchange, […]
Effective early warning systems are only truly effective when they reach—and can be acted upon by—everyone, including persons with disabilities. Inclusion is not optional; it is essential for saving lives and ensuring resilience in the face of disasters. To make early warning systems inclusive and actionable, five key principles must guide their design and implementation: […]
For organisations of persons with disabilities (OPDs) across Sub-Saharan Africa, access to dedicated funding is one of the most persistent challenges in advancing disability rights. Many OPDs operate on shoestring budgets, relying on volunteer energy and community goodwill to sustain campaigns that protect the rights of millions. That is why the upcoming 2026 grant round […]
The CBR Africa Network (CAN) successfully conducted consultative meetings with Youth with Disabilities at Kyambogo University and Makerere University Business School (MUBS) as part of the ongoing process of developing CAN’s Youth with Disabilities Engagement Strategy. The consultations provided an important platform for youth with disabilities to share their lived experiences, perspectives, and recommendations on strengthening disability inclusion across Africa. Participants emphasized the need to remove systemic barriers, strengthen the capacity of key stakeholders, and promote accessible digital platforms to ensure
The #CRPD has opened its 34th Session in Geneva. It will review the implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Lesotho, Samoa, Pakistan, the Marshall Islands and Liberia. During the session, Committee members will examine
As we present this Annual Report for 2025, I do so with pride—and with clear awareness of the realities we faced together. This year unfolded amid global uncertainty, tightening resources, and growing pressures on civil society.
