Global Disability Summit 2025

2–3 Apr 2025 | Berlin, Germany

Pamela Molina

Executive Director

World Federation of the Deaf

Virginia, United States

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Experienced leader with formation in Humanities and Disability. I navigate multicultural environments with ease. My passion is human rights and social justice.

My organisation

We, the World Federation of the Deaf (WFD), are a global organization dedicated to advocating for the rights and inclusion of deaf individuals worldwide. With a network of member associations from over 137 countries, we work collaboratively to promote sign language, improve access to education, and ensure that deaf communities have a voice in societal matters. Our mission is to empower deaf individuals to achieve equality and fulfillment in all areas of life while celebrating the rich diversity of deaf cultures. Join us as we strive to raise awareness and foster a more inclusive world for the deaf community.
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About me

Pamela Molina is the Executive Director of the World Federation of the Deaf.

Pamela Molina is Chilean and is currently the World Federation of the Deaf Executive Director. She participated in the drafting process of the United Nations Convention for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and has over 15 years of work experience in the international human rights field. She holds a Master's in Disability Studies from the University of Illinois in Chicago. 

 Ms. Molina is a recognized advocate and speaker on disability rights, linguistic rights, and minorized groups' rights. She has also published several articles on these matters.

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Interests

  • Human Rights
  • disability rights
  • linguistic minorities
  • women with disabilities ‘rights
  • Books
  • travels
  • Cats
  • Research
  • data
  • humanitarian and natural disasters for deaf people

Speaker sessions (2)

Thursday, 3 April 2025