Disability Inclusive Governance: Opportunities and Challenges on the 30th Anniversary of the ADA

This Learning Digest explores the challenges faced by the world's one billion-plus persons with disabilities, highlighting the critical role of good governance in empowering them to fully participate in society. It examines societal barriers, the importance of physical rehabilitation, the economic benefits of assistive technology, and the interconnectedness of mental health and civic engagement including:

• Societal barriers remain an obstacle to disability inclusive governance

• Good governance is essential to strengthen physical rehabilitation services

• Investments in assistive products yield a nine-fold economic return, with accompanying governance benefits

• Mental health and civic participation are critically interwoven