23 October 2020
Learn more about the rights of individuals with SBH as per article 25 of the UNCRPD
6 October 2020
IF joins MEP Katrin Langensiepen in calling for better EU legislation on anti-discrimination and a strong EU Disability Strategy post 2020.
20 May 2020
138 Member States and Observers published a response to the United Nations Secretary-General’s Policy Brief on “A Disability-Inclusive Response to COVID-19”. They welcome guidance from the UN and encourage cooperation, investment and direct support from all stakeholders.
10 May 2020
Through this paper, the UN highlights the impact of COVID19 on persons with disabilities and the key actions and recommendations to make the response and recovery inclusive of persons with disabilities.
24 April 2020
Two new Knowledge Briefs have been published by the Folate Task Team, with the support of IF, to help reduce the incidence of neural tube defects, with a special focus on low and middle income countries
21 April 2020
Deeply rooted negative perceptions on the value of people with disabilities in society continue to influence legislation, policies, customs and practices related to prevention, cure and assisted dying
8 March 2020
Happy International Women's Day! IF joins the global movement to promote the rights of women with disabilities and share the folic acid informative leaflet in 7 languages!
14 January 2020
We hope that the new European Commission will work towards the full inclusion of persons with spina bifida and hydrocephalus in line with the CRPD
3 January 2020
The next EDS is key for people with spina bifida and/or hydrocephalus so we encourage you to read IF recommendations for an ambitious and strong disability strategy