Disability Inclusive Education in Emergencies: Key Tools and Resources for Implementation

To support optimal development for children with disabilities and fulfil their right to education in emergencies, it is essential that those on the frontline responding to various humanitarian crises have the required knowledge and technical expertise to plan and implement quality inclusive education in emergencies interventions, considering the various stages including preparedness, response, and recovery/reconstruction. While several guidance and tools exist at the country level and globally, identifying the right resources at the right time to support implementation can often be challenging. To facilitate the identification of appropriate resources, UNICEF and the Global Education Cluster have developed this compendium to facilitate frontline workers’ access to existing operational resources on disability inclusive education in emergencies.

Based on a literature review of disability inclusive education in emergencies guidance, the key tools listed below are designed to signpost frontline staff to key resources to support development of that particular area of education. The suggested resources are intended to be accessible and easy-to-use by specialists and non-specialists alike.