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Disabilities and humanitarian crises

Updated: Thu, 6 Jun 2013

Introduction

People with disabilities are among the most excluded in society, and their plight is magnified when a disaster strikes. Not only are they less likely to receive the aid they need during a humanitarian crisis, they are also less likely to recover in the long-term.

Their unique contribution to helping communities prepare for and respond to disasters is also often overlooked.  

See our briefing on disabilities in humanitarian crises.