YDAR

Vanessa Herringshaw (Add International) outlines innovative approaches to youth-led advocacy. Youth advocacy initiatives can contribute to the disability movement, but often it is difficult for them to access funds and influence decisions. Vanessa presents a new pilot scheme of advocacy...

Rose Tesha and George Sempangi from Add International give an introduction to advocacy and activism in East and Central Africa. ADD has been an ally of the Disability movement for the last 35 years, supporting OPDs to deliver on their...

Dr. Catalin Brylla (Bournemouth University) explains how media representations can contribute to the reduction of social stigma and prejudice. Models from social psychology, media studies and cultural studies can help activists and media makers to increase social inclusion and diversity...

Rasheed Mafta from the Prime Minister’s Office of Youth, Employment and Persons with Disabilities, presents current initiatives that benefit youth disability in Tanzania.   Presentation held at the YDAR Festival 2023, Day 1   Presentation Video (coming soon)   Presentation...