The chapter thoroughly examines advocacy, inclusive policy, and technology as the major pillars that protect the disabled community in the Asia–Pacific region from disasters. Despite the economic growth, people with disabilities remain the most affected group. They have very limited mobility when it comes to public transportation and their access to jobs, healthcare, and disaster risk management is no better. The chapter mentions international, regional, and national standards, including the CRPD and the SDGs, that together form a legal shield, while also drawing attention to the little progress made in the area of policy application. In addition, it goes further to explain how the global mega forces of climate change, digital transformation, AI, and governance are intermingling with the concept of disability inclusion. The Pacific islanders’ fast-moving technology has both advantages and disadvantages; thus, it is even more critical to make sure that there are accessible ICT, culturally based innovations, more robust interagency collaboration, and community partnerships that last. The chapter is well-grounded in the use of case studies and regional assessments, from which it builds the argument for the role of inclusive practices, effective participation, and supportive ecosystems in the realization of equitable resilience. To conclude, by identifying areas for future research, society will be able to provide for the needs of people with disabilities in terms of accessibility, digital inclusion, and community adaptation strategies.

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Advocacy, Policy, and the Future of Inclusive Resilience

  • Sheena Mariam Thomas,
  • Ramakrishnan Veerabathiran

摘要

The chapter thoroughly examines advocacy, inclusive policy, and technology as the major pillars that protect the disabled community in the Asia–Pacific region from disasters. Despite the economic growth, people with disabilities remain the most affected group. They have very limited mobility when it comes to public transportation and their access to jobs, healthcare, and disaster risk management is no better. The chapter mentions international, regional, and national standards, including the CRPD and the SDGs, that together form a legal shield, while also drawing attention to the little progress made in the area of policy application. In addition, it goes further to explain how the global mega forces of climate change, digital transformation, AI, and governance are intermingling with the concept of disability inclusion. The Pacific islanders’ fast-moving technology has both advantages and disadvantages; thus, it is even more critical to make sure that there are accessible ICT, culturally based innovations, more robust interagency collaboration, and community partnerships that last. The chapter is well-grounded in the use of case studies and regional assessments, from which it builds the argument for the role of inclusive practices, effective participation, and supportive ecosystems in the realization of equitable resilience. To conclude, by identifying areas for future research, society will be able to provide for the needs of people with disabilities in terms of accessibility, digital inclusion, and community adaptation strategies.