The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that 16% of the global population have a significant disability, with increasing prevalence due to a rise in noncommunicable diseases, people living longer and ageing with limitations in functioning. However, The Global report on health equity for persons with disabilities, launched in December 2022, demonstrates that persons with disabilities continue to experience health inequities: they are more likely to die earlier, experience poorer health, and have greater limitations in functioning. These health inequities faced by persons with disabilities are the result of avoidable, unjust, and unfair conditions, including structural factors, such as stigma and discrimination, poverty, lack of education, or attitudinal and physical barriers faced at all levels of health systems. 

Date and time

The webinar will be hosted on 4 September 2025, 11:30-13:00 West Africa Time.

Languages and accessibility

Live translations in English, French, and Portuguese will be provided. Live captioning will be available in English only.

We are committed to making this event accessible and inclusive for all participants. Upon registration, you will be asked if you require any further accommodation or support to fully participate in this webinar.

Kindly note: the agenda and list of speakers will be published soon on this webpage.