Vulnerable victims or innovative contributors? What story do policies need to address to include women with disabilities? 

The World Health Organization estimates that 1.3 billion people experience significant disability, which represents 1 in 6 people in the world’s population. December 3 is recognized and celebrated annually as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, first proclaimed in 1992 by the United Nations to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights, and well-being of persons with disabilities. This year’s theme is “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.”  

To commemorate this day, the EDID-GHDI Canada country research team has published a blog on the team’s research to understand better the experiences and stories of women with disabilities. Read the blog on the Live Work Well Research Centre website (in English only).