Cross-Cultural Nuances in Creating Inclusive Societies for People with Disabilities

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Societies across Asia are becoming more inclusive of People with Disabilities (PwDs) or people of determination. Depending on local culture in different regions, the approaches that social investors have used have varied, as has the emphasis on areas such as education, employment and accessibility. This session will explore the nuances of the approaches used across Asia to identify best practices and encourage others to follow suit.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn how to integrate cultural nuances into the development of inclusive societies
• Understand how to integrate empathy and human-centered design in interventions
• Uncover the roles that social investors, civil society organisations and people of determination or PWDs can play in fostering inclusion