Afghan perceptions on disability : a research project on the perceptions and practices regarding disability in Afghanistan, for the development of awarencess raising and advocacy communication strategies / prepared by Altai Consulting for UNICEF Afghanistan.

By: Material type: TextTextLanguage: Publication details: [Kabul?] : UNICEF, 2004.Description: 44 p. : ill. ; 26 cmSubject(s): DDC classification:
  • Pamphlet HV 1559 .A34 .Y68 /2004

“October 2004”.

“We care for the dignity ; and we promote the rights ; of people with disability : you and me together ability forever”—cover page.

“Includes bibliography”—(p. 41-42).

Contents: executive summary—1. Introducation—2. Research methodology—3. Results & findings—4. Analysis & recommendations—5. Bibliography—6. Glossary.

Summary: “More than 20 years of war in Afghanistan has left a legacy of landmines, malnutrition, poor health conditions and inadequate health care. It is currently estimated that approximately 3.7% of the Afghan population live with some form of disability. This significant number of affected people and the problems they face in daily life activities represents a significant challenge for the entire Afghan society…”—(p. 4).