Global Disability Summit
2025
2nd – 3rd April, 2025 / Berlin
The International Disability Alliance (IDA), the Government of Germany, and the Government of Jordan will host the third Global Disability Summit (GDS).
Secure your spot to be part of this global gathering focused on disability-inclusive development by registering using the button below. Please note that registration does not guarantee entry; all registrations will undergo security screening, with only approved attendees receiving access passes.
Submit Your Commitments for GDS 2025
This is your chance to walk the talk! The GDS Commitments mechanism enables governments, businesses, philanthropies, donors, and civil society to turn disability inclusion aspirations into real actions. By making a commitment, you help break down barriers, shape inclusive policies, and ensure full participation for people with disabilities. Don’t just talk about change—be part of it.
A selection of the most impactful commitments will be featured on the stage during GDS 2025 in Berlin. To be considered for presentation, submit your commitment by the end of February 2025. The final deadline for all other commitments is the end of March 2025. All commitments will be made publicly visible online during the Summit to showcase global efforts for change. Make your commitment today and create a lasting impact.
About the GDS
GLOBAL DISABILITY SUMMIT
The Global Disability Summit aims to galvanize global efforts to realize disability inclusion around the world. It is a mechanism bringing together a wide variety of high-level stakeholders, engaging and discussing the progress in disability inclusion: governments, multilateral agencies, the private sector, academia and civil society organizations, organizations of persons with disabilities, and foundations.
Program
Event Schedule
The final agenda will be realeased soon, as the GDS co-hosts are working to finalize a program for the event in Berlin. You can read the draft agenda of the Program below.
Join the Global Disability Summit, 2-3 April 2025 in Berlin!
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