The Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) is pleased to announce that the fourth session of the Permanent Forum on People of African Descent will take place from 14 – 17 April 2025.
The “A global fight for inclusion and services” refers to the worldwide efforts to ensure everyone, regardless of background or circumstance, has equal access to essential services and opportunities. This movement encompasses various initiatives, including financial inclusion, inclusive education, disability inclusion, and inclusive public services.
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Financial Inclusion:
The Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI) aims to increase access to and use of formal financial services for underserved and excluded households and enterprises, contributing to financial well-being and productivity.
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Inclusive Education:
This focuses on ensuring that all students, including those with disabilities, have access to quality education and support to reach their full potential.
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Disability Inclusion:
Organizations like the Global Disability Fund and the International Disability Alliance (IDA) are actively working to promote the rights and inclusion of people with disabilities in all aspects of life.
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Inclusive Public Services:
Efforts are underway to ensure that public services and the judiciary are accessible and equitable for all, promoting fairness and justice for marginalized communities.
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Economic Inclusion:
Organizations like the UNHCR work to build better futures by supporting livelihoods and economic inclusion, particularly for refugees and displaced populations.
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Workplace Inclusion:
Companies are increasingly focusing on creating diverse and inclusive workplaces where individuals feel valued, respected, and integrated, regardless of their background.
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Global Cooperation:
International organizations like the UN are actively involved in promoting inclusion and addressing global challenges like poverty, inequality, and displacement.
- The Global Disability Fund and the International Disability Alliance (IDA) are co-hosting the Global Disability Summit.
- The UNHCR focuses on building better futures, including livelihoods and economic inclusion, for refugees and displaced populations.
- The Global Partnership for Financial Inclusion (GPFI) is the primary implementing mechanism of the G20 Financial Inclusion Action Plan.
- Inclusive Employers explores how organizations can create inclusive environments for their people.
