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Rehabilitation matters – The appeal made by people in conflict-affected areas
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They are women and men, of different ages, and with different profiles: victims of explosive weapons or ordnance, internally displaced people, persons with disabilities, and caregivers. Their stories collectively call for urgent action to improve the availability and quality of these essential services. The resource outlines key recommendations for public authorities, international organisations, and humanitarian and development actors to address these needs. It also provides contextual facts and data to underscore the broader social, political, and economic factors influencing rehabilitation and assistive technology access.
They are women and men, of different ages, and with different profiles: victims of explosive weapons or ordnance, internally displaced people, persons with disabilities, and caregivers. Their stories collectively call for urgent action to improve the availability and quality of these essential services. The resource outlines key recommendations for public authorities, international organisations, and humanitarian and development actors to address these needs. It also provides contextual facts and data to underscore the broader social, political, and economic factors influencing rehabilitation and assistive technology access.
Details
Publisher Name:
Humanity & Inclusion
Publisher Website:
https://www.hi-us.org/en/index
Publication Year:
2024
Languages:
English
Country or Region:
Colombia
Iraq
Lao PDR
Categories:
Awareness raising and advocacy, Case study, Evidence and data, General resources
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