Jun 6, 2024
As we celebrate World Caring Day this June, we recognise the vital contributions of families caring for children with disabilities. They play a crucial role in supporting some of society’s most vulnerable children. Despite their invaluable work, caregivers face...
Feb 2, 2024
Global leadership is needed to optimise early childhood development for children with disabilities. We identify geographical and disability-related evidence gaps, and the limited early detection practices for children under 5 years with developmental disabilities. We...
Jan 15, 2024
Children with disabilities face challenges in having enough play opportunities, no matter where they live. We found that these disparities vary between countries and affect children with learning and communication difficulties the most. What does this mean? It...
Apr 20, 2023
Every year, millions of children worldwide are at risk of developmental difficulties and disabilities, particularly in resource-constrained countries. We estimated the financial burden faced by families caring for a young child with developmental disability in Uganda....
Apr 20, 2023
We applaud UNICEF’s Disability Inclusion Policy and Strategy 2022-30. This groundbreaking report outlines bold commitments for inclusive education and global health. It’s crucial to utilize existing evidence and lessons from successful programs to...
Apr 20, 2023
UNICEF and other international bodies must prioritise development and education for children with disabilities to achieve the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. With over 53 million children under five years old worldwide facing developmental disabilities,...
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