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USAID-Inclusive Development and DisabilityUN Commission for Social DevelopmentFebruary 6, 2009 USAID and Disability “The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is committed to the inclusion of people with physical and mental disabilities…extending from the design and implementation of USAID programming to the advocacy for and outreach to people with disabilities.” Twin Track Approach to Disability Promoting full inclusion in programs and operations Building capacity of DPOs USAID Progress on Inclusion A. Agency Policy 1. USAID/General Notice Policy Paper 9/12/97 “pursue advocacy for, and inclusion of people with physical and mental disabilities to maximum extent feasible in the design and implementation of USAID programming.” Described the importance of considering concerns of the disabled within ongoing and future programs. USAID Progress on Inclusion - Policy A. Agency Policy Continued 2. Standards for Accessibility in USAID-Financed Construction Promotes principals of universal design Use host-country or regional standards…ADA/ABA guidelines Waiver process…with public notice 3. Supporting USAID’s Disability Policy in Contracts, Grants, and Cooperative Agreements “requires that contractor/recipient not discriminate against PWDs in the implementation of USAID programs and make every effort to comply with the objectives of USAID Disability Policy…actions must demonstrate a comprehensive and consistent approach for including men, women, and children with disabilities. USAID Progress on Inclusion Agency Commitment 1. Appointment of a Disability Coordinator and established a USAID Agency Disability Team 2. Establishment of a Federal Advisory Committee on People with Disabilities 3. Establishment of a Working Group including international disability leaders to develop Guidance for USAID Missions and Offices on how to develop a Disability Action Plan, etc 4. Requirement for all Missions and Offices to report on