Global Disability Summit 2025

2–3 Apr 2025 | Berlin, Germany

Wednesday, 2 April 2025 | 09:00 - 09:30

Fireside Chat Area 3: Breaking Down Barriers: The Intersectional Impact of Ageism and Ableism

Location:Hall 3Track:Fireside Chat

Join leading voices from global and national NGOs as we delve into the critical intersection of ageism and ableism. Discover how these pervasive forms of discrimination undermine development and humanitarian efforts and explore concrete strategies for building truly inclusive policies and practices. Be part of the change – learn how to drive action and ensure no one is left behind.

Organized by:
HelpAge International

Speakers:

  • (opening and closing:) Annie Wright, Global Inclusion Advisor, HelpAge International

  • Kobi Maglen, Director of Program Impact, CBM Australia

  • Rhema Misa, Executive Director of the Lavame’aTa’e’iloa Disabled People Association Inc

  • Esther Mkamori, Head of Programs, United Disabled Persons of Kenya

3 speakers

  • Kobi Maglen

    Director of Program Impact

    CBM Global Disability Inclusion

  • Esther Mkamori

    Head of Programs, United Disabled Persons of Kenya

    United Disabled Persons of Kenya (UDPK)

  • Annie Wright

    Global Inclusion Adviser

    HelpAge International

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Session location Hall 3