Students learning braille in Uganda
Promoting Education Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Introduction
The WBU promotes braille literacy, lifelong learning, and independent living for blind and partially sighted persons in developing countries. This is in line with Article 24 of the UNCRPD which calls for inclusive education system at all levels to ensure that persons with disabilities are not excluded from the general education system on the basis of disability. Read full Article
WBU Scholarships were established by the World Braille Foundation. In 2019, the World Braille Foundation was dissolved and the scholarships are now managed by the World Blind Union. The WBU appreciates the scholarships’ sponsors for their continued support.
Campaigns
Marrakesh Treaty
The Marrakesh Treaty Ratification and Implementation Campaign states that Reading is a human right.Yet, over 90% of all published materials cannot be read by blind or print-disabled people. Read more
Resources
CRPD Article 24 – Education: States Parties recognize the right of persons with disabilities to education. With a view to realizing this right without discrimination and on the basis of equal opportunity, States Parties shall ensure an inclusive education system at all levels and lifelong learning… Read more