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International Conference on Disability Rights and Advocacy (ICDRA - 26)
20th - 21st October 2026 , Ottawa, Canada
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  • Best Paper Presentation Award:
    Dr. Shatha Hawarna from Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University received the Best Paper Presentation Award at (ICBAI-25) in Bangkok, Thailand.
  • SDG-Inspired Conference Focus:
    "The conference will explore themes related to sustainability and inclusive development, with an emphasis on research that contributes to global well-being."

Call For Papers

The ICDRA provides a supportive platform for both experienced researchers and early-career academicians to present their work and gain recognition.

The conference covers diverse topics such as Disability and Rehabilitation, encouraging participation from emerging researchers and fostering academic growth.

Authors are invited to submit papers addressing, but not limited to, the following areas:

01
Advocacy strategies for disability rights
02
Impact of social movements on disability rights
03
Innovative campaigns for disability awareness
04
Barriers to effective advocacy efforts
05
Role of organizations in disability advocacy
06
Case studies of successful advocacy initiatives
07
Collaboration between advocates and policymakers
08
Policy implications for disability rights
09
Cultural considerations in advocacy efforts
10
Research on advocacy outcomes for disabilities
11
Training for advocates and allies
12
Future trends in disability advocacy
13
Peer support in advocacy networks
14
Ethical considerations in advocacy practices
15
Impact of advocacy on public perception
16
Advocacy for inclusive policies and practices
17
Community engagement in advocacy efforts
18
Long-term sustainability of advocacy initiatives
19
Innovative funding models for advocacy work
20
Role of technology in advocacy campaigns

Assessment

Submissions will be reviewed to ensure quality and relevance, with a focus on encouraging emerging research contributions. Accepted papers will be presented and considered for publication opportunities.

Registration

Early-career researchers are encouraged to register and present their work, gaining valuable feedback and academic exposure.

Publication

The conference provides opportunities for emerging researchers to publish their work in recognized platforms.

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