Global Disability Summit 2025

2–3 Apr 2025 | Berlin, Germany

Wednesday, 2 April 2025 | 09:00 - 10:00

Side Event 4: Fostering Inclusive Democratic Cultures Through the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities

Location:Hall 7.3Track:Side Event

Join us to explore how OPDs are creating opportunities and increased access for persons with disabilities, fostering inclusive democratic cultures and values. While discussing global good practice examples and cross-movement learning, panelists will share practical and transferable lessons for democracies and civic cultures under threat globally.

Organized by:
International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES)

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4 speakers

  • Abia Akram

    Chair, Global Forum on the Leadership of Women with Disabilities

    Global Forum on the Leadership of Women with Disabilities

  • Virginia Atkinson

    Senior Global Inclusion Advisor

    International Foundation for Electoral Systems

  • Yuliia Sachuk

    CEO

    Fight for Right

  • Hazem Zureiqat

    Board Member

    The Higher Council for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (HCD)

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Session location Hall 7.3