On April 2–3, the Global Disability Summit was held in Berlin
On April 2–3, the Global Disability Summit was held in Berlin, attended by representatives of the Coalition for Independent Living.
The Summit was officially opened by German Federal Chancellor Olaf Scholz and King Abdullah II of Jordan. The event brought together over 4,500 participants from 100 countries, including decision-makers, leaders of civil society and organizations of persons with disabilities (OPDs), international partners, and activists.
The main themes of the Summit included: inclusive education – exploring ways to ensure the full integration of persons with disabilities in schools; adaptation of work environments – introducing global standards for the inclusion of persons with disabilities; technological innovations – artificial intelligence and digital accessibility; and protection in times of crisis – addressing the needs of persons with disabilities during war, conflict, and natural disasters.
A key outcome of the Summit was the adoption of the Amman-Berlin Declaration, which outlines the following main objectives: by 2028, the inclusion of persons with disabilities should be ensured in at least 15% of international development programs; the full participation of OPDs and persons with disabilities in all stages of program planning, implementation, and monitoring; and the collection of reliable and detailed data to effectively assess the situation of persons with disabilities and guide policymaking.
The Global Disability Summit is held every four years.