About CBR   Africa Network (CAN)

About CBR   Africa Network (CAN)

CBR   Africa Network (CAN) is an independent Non-Governmental Organisation that facilitates information sharing on disability, CBR and inclusive development within Africa and across the World. It is an African regional affiliate of the CBR Global Network. CAN’s Niche is information sharing hence the belief that information sharing can facilitate learning and improvement in service delivery […]

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Our Core functions

Our Core functions

As an organisation promoting information sharing across the continent, our programmes are categorised into themes such as CBR Africa Conferences, Writing workshops, Publication, Website and the media (including both traditional and new media).

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CBR /CBID DIALOGUE

CBR /CBID DIALOGUE

CBR Global Network (CGN) along with CBR regional Networks have organized 5 regional dialogues. Stakeholders in disability, rehabilitation and inclusive development are invited to participate in the dialogue. They are encouraged to attend all the 5 dialogues. However, they may choose the dialogue they are most interested in. VIST THIS LINK FOR REGISTRATION AND MORE […]

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Publications/Books

Publications/Books

CAN has alot of Publications/Books which have been publish by various members. FIND ALL THE PUBLICATION / BOOKS

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Our Vision and Mission

Vision: Equalisation of opportunities, social integration and rehabilitation of people with disabilities in Africa.
Mission: CAN exists to promote access to appropriate information on disability and development for all people in Africa

CBR/CBID News and Events

7th CBR & CBID AFRICA CONFERENCE 2024

7th CBR & CBID AFRICA CONFERENCE 2024

In 2024, Community Based Rehabilitation marks its 45th anniversary. Based on its multisectoral nature, CBR is increasingly evolving to Community-Based Inclusive Development. The conference will enhance shared learning for improved service delivery for Persons with Disabilities
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The World Congress on Rehabilitation 2024

The World Congress on Rehabilitation 2024

The World Congress on Rehabilitation 2024 – Abu Dhabi with the theme,“Work & Employment” and Slogan “Embracing Inclusion” will take place in September 23 to 25, 2024. The World Congress on Rehabilitation 2024 will take place on September 23 to
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Join Ability Summit March 7, 2024

Join Ability Summit March 7, 2024

Discover how AI can fuel your accessibility innovation How can AI drive inclusion? In this free digital event, you will learn how to unleash human potential with accessible AI. The newest tech can bridge the accessibility divide and we’re bringing
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World Leprosy Day

World Leprosy Day

Each year there are 200,000 people diagnosed with leprosy and there are millions who are living with the damaging consequences of delayed leprosy treatment. In 2024, World Leprosy Day is Sunday 28 January. World Leprosy Day always takes place on
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Trending News

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CBR / CBID Good Practices

World Autism Awareness Day

Today is the World Autism Awareness Day with the theme,”Moving from Surviving to Thriving.” Autistic individuals will share regional perspectives for the first time online at 10:00 a.m. – 1 p.m. EDT, register and attend https://t.co/OemsmuAMZ0 https://t.co/v6aLiuKqwc

CAN MEMBERSHIP VALIDATION FORM

Community Based Rehabilitation Africa Network (CAN) is inviting you to update your membership. Please note that: Membership to CAN is open to any individual, group or organization/association that desires to contribute to improving the  well being of Persons with Disabilities and subscribes to the values and objectives of the organization. CAN membership registration is on. […]

Hearing aid service delivery approaches for low- and middle-income settings

Globally, it is estimated that while over 400 million people could benefit by using hearing aids alone, fewer than 20% have access to use these devices (1, 2). This immense gap poses a significant challenge worldwide, especially since unaddressed hearing loss is a leading cause of morbidity (3) and incurs an annual global cost of […]

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