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[Last updated Thursday, March 29, 2007]

Promoting inclusion, equality and opportunity for people with intellectual disabilities and their families worldwide.

"Over 40 years of advocacy and action has shaped Inclusion International into a leading vehicle through which people with intellectual disabilities and their families can express their demands, share their stories and participate in real social and systemic change. By doing this, Inclusion International has contributed to the promotion of diversity and peace. We promote a model of community inclusion which recognizes, respects and values all people with disabilities and their families around the world." - Diane Richler, President

Inclusion International (II) is a global federation of family-based organizations advocating for the human rights of people with intellectual disabilities worldwide. II represents over 200 member federations in 115 countries throughout five regions Middle East and North Africa, Europe, Africa and the Indian Ocean, the Americas, and Asia Pacific.

II has acted as a vehicle for the voices of people with disabilities and their families to be heard for over 40 years. The inclusion of people with disabilities into their communities, as valued neighbours and citizens, is a priority for Inclusion International and its membership.


II is one of the largest international disability non-governmental organizations and one of disability-related organizations to be officially recognized by the United Nations. Through its national members, regional level organizations and global organization, II works with international agencies including the World Health Organization (WHO), United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), World Bank, United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC), International Labour Organization (ILO), United Nations International Children’s Fund (UNICEF), and regional bodies to promote inclusive approaches to policy, practice and investment strategies.