Helen Barrett (she/her)

Senior Inclusion Advisor, CBM Global Inclusion Advisory Group (IAG). PhD in inclusive humanitarian action. All views my own.

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

Wonderful 2 c this training on #DisbilityInclusion for Frontline Workers rolled out in @UnicefLibya so that #NoChildLeftBehind. The reach & impact will be enormous. Honored to have trained the Libya trainers to deliver the package. @cbm_global

[UNICEF Libya @UnicefLibya]

🔵 From July 1–3, UNICEF & OPDs held a disability inclusion training with youth & children with disabilities to empower frontline workers.

✅ Rights-based #CRPD
✅ Inclusive workplaces
✅ Building inclusive services

Inclusion starts with us 💙

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

🚨 Our paper is out in @IJSLP on access to #SGBV prevention & response services for @refugees who experience #CommunicationDisability in #Rwanda.
#InclusionMatters #RefugeeRights @jemarshall13 @ManMetUni @Elrha @RCSLTResearch @SpeechPathAus @CBM_Global https://t.co/n63wp7kykK

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

The energy in the room was palpable today w/ participants from across sectors & agencies itching 2 progress the @UNICEF Frontline Worker Disability Inclusion Training Package rollout w/ @UNICEFMaldives. A few highlights of the workshop are below! Huge thanks 2 all. @CBM_Global

[UNICEF Maldives @UNICEFMaldives]

Children with disabilities face a range of barriers limiting their access to education, healthcare, protection & social services.

We brought together persons with disabilities & partners in the social sector for a 2-day training on disability inclusion in line with #IDPD.

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

Honored 2b w/ @UNICEFMaldives on #IDPWD2024 co-faciliting a 2-day workshop on the @UNICEF #DisabilityInclusion for frontline workers training package 4 @CBM_Global. Today, honest and vital discussions about how 2 make an impact 4 children w/ disabilities unfolded. More tomorrow!

[UNICEF Maldives @UNICEFMaldives]

🔉 A message from Daleela, 21 on Int’l Day of Persons with Disabilities.

Daleela is working as an Intern at @DoIEdumv and is a member of the UNICEF Maldives Youth Reference Group.

We are proud to work with and support young people like Daleela to reach their full potential! 🩵

[CBM Global Disability Inclusion @CBM_Global]

Assistive Technology is more than a tool, it’s a vital lifeline that enables people with disabilities to participate; a fundamental human right. We want a world where everyone, everywhere, have the lifelines they need to thrive. #UnlockTheEveryday #IDPD2024

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

@IDA_CRPD_Forum @cbmWorldwide @CBMAustralia Congratulations @janinecruzet - fantastic piece! Wonderful to learn more about your journey and your impact on and through the disability movement in the Philippines. #ACEFellow #ACEFellowship @CBM_Global

[International Disability Alliance (IDA) @IDA_CRPD_Forum]

July is #DisabilityPrideMonth 🏳️‍🌈!

We spoke with Janine Cruzet 🇵🇭 who shared her perspective on how this month is more than a time for celebration—it’s a chance to reflect on our achievements and advocate for ongoing change in disability rights. ✊💬

https://t.co/itZsATh9OK

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

@MCAsupporttool @HealthRI_MMU @RefugeesRwanda @ManMetDoctoral @jemarshall13 @RCSLTLearn I did, thanks Mark!

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

What a great celebration yesterday! Proud 2 graduate w. a #PhD from @HealthRI_MMU. Huge thanks 2 all who supported me. Thesis on access 2 inclusive #ECD & ed. 4 #refugee children in #Rwanda: https://t.co/jLRpqfYUnE @RefugeesRwanda
@ManMetDoctoral
@jemarshall13 @RCSLTLearn

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

@jemarshall13 @HealthRI_MMU @RefugeesRwanda @ManMetDoctoral @RCSLTLearn A journey like no other? And although thrilled I've done it, sad it's come to an end.

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

@Inclusionista33 @HealthRI_MMU @RefugeesRwanda @ManMetDoctoral @jemarshall13 @RCSLTLearn Thank you Ayden! Your turn soon!

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

Open access! Delighted to be a co-author on this @GlobalHealthBMJ call to action paper on need 4 innovative services for people who experience #CommunicationDisability in #LMICs. Thanks to @jemarshall13 @karenGhana @SharynneMcLeod for leading. Pls share! https://t.co/ZYlBF8wEVS

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

2 minute read: See how the #InclusionAdvisoryGroup of @cbm_global is partnering with UNICEF to support disability inclusion to ensure #NoChildLeftBehind https://t.co/WrwttfwuLw

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

Empowering Women w/ Disabilities through Intersectional Advocacy - Excellent 5 min read from @CBMAustralia & #AceFellow Janine Cruzet 2 enhance understanding of the importance of #intersectionality in everyday life https://t.co/25E0Wc4agf @cbmaustralia

[CBM Global Disability Inclusion @CBM_Global]

Our Inclusion Advisory Group is looking for multi-lingual experts in disability inclusion in humanitarian action & related sectors.

Closing: 31 August. Please do not delay your submission.

Learn more: https://t.co/slLZLUahLl

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

The #ACEFellowship is just one of the ways @CBM_Global 's Inclusion Advisory Group is working in meaningful partnership with the #DisabilityMovement in Southeasr Asia. Watch this space to learn more about what 6 change makers achieved!

[CBM Global Disability Inclusion @CBM_Global]

CBM’s IAG & @IDA_CRPD_Forum Advisory Capacity & Exchange (ACE) fellowship w #disabilitymovement members across the region translated #disabilityinclusion theory into practice & provided inclusion advice to intl dev stakeholders. Read more here 👉 https://t.co/Ph5kcaW2Za

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

Menstrual health heroes! @CBM_Global & @IDA_CRPD_Forum #ACEfellowship fellow @janinecruzet describes the challenges faced by women w/ disabilities in accessing menstrual health information & services during emergencies.
https://t.co/PoII1XV1hR

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

@CDACN hosts a pool of experts to support their accountability to affected populations work. Ensuring people who experience #CommunicationDisability have access 2 the information they need is critical to ensuring no-one is left behind in a crisis. https://t.co/cxTm2xHxTB

[Helen Barrett (she/her) @communiglobal]

@DisDebrief @CBM_Global @IDA_CRPD_Forum Thank you @idaputri for sharing your story through the Disability Debrief. Your advocacy & activism in Indonesia are supporting so many 2 b independent and live w/dignity. @cbm_Global @ida #ACEFellowship

[Disability Debrief @DisDebrief]

Today's Debrief is an intimate profile of an activist's journey.

Ida Putri from Indonesia shares how she went from facing discrimination in work to helping other people with disabilities find their first opportunities.

https://t.co/Q3Nd49Ts3d

With @CBM_Global @IDA_CRPD_Forum