A Call to Place Disability Inclusion at the Centre of Social Progress.

IDPwD2025



On 3 December 2025, the United Nations will commemorate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) under the theme “Fostering disability-inclusive societies for advancing social progress.” This year’s observance builds directly on the momentum of the Second World Summit for Social Development, held in Doha in 4-6 November 2025, where world leaders reaffirmed their commitment to building a just, inclusive and equitable world.

A Call to Place Disability Inclusion at the Centre of Social Progress.

The Doha Political Declaration reminds the global community that advancing social development is impossible without the full inclusion, participation and leadership of persons with disabilities. Yet, in every region, persons with disabilities continue to face persistent barriers:

Higher risks of poverty


Limited access to decent work and lower wages


Gaps in social protection, especially for those in the informal sector


Barriers to autonomy, dignity and agency within care and support systems


Unequal access to assistive technologies and accessible environments

As countries work to accelerate progress on poverty eradication, productive employment, and social inclusion, disability inclusion remains both a precondition and a driver of lasting change.
A Virtual Commemoration Focused on Solutions

The 2025 IDPD commemoration will take place virtually from 10:00 to 11:30 a.m. (EST) at the United Nations Headquarters in New York, and will bring together Member States, UN leaders, disability advocates and youth.

Concept Note

Programme

Join the event on 3 December via Zoom: https://zoom.us/j/91600322753
Location: 405 E 45th St, New York, NY 10017, USA

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