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What’s Up WID: Climate Justice for People with Disabilities Transcripts

Ashley Inkumsah:Welcome or welcome back to What’s Up WID, the World Institute on Disability Podcast, where we discuss what’s up in the global disability community. If you’re new here, I’m your host Ashley Inkumsah, and I am super pleased to…
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What Climate Justice and Sustainability Mean to Me on International Women’s Day

By Sarah Kim  On this year’s International Women’s Day, which is celebrating with the theme of Climate Justice and Sustainability, I look back on a major climate event that could’ve very possibly derailed my journey to independence.  During my senior…
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Heat, Human Rights, and the Urgency of Inclusive Early Warnings: A Call to Action for Older Adults and People with Disabilities

Title: Heat, Human Rights, and the Urgency of Inclusive Early Warnings: A Call to Action for Older Adults and People with Disabilities By Ambassador Luis Gallegos and Marcie Roth As temperatures rise across the globe, so do the threats to the…
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Meet Rhomir Yanquiling

Rhomir Yanquiling About Rhomir: Rhomir S. Yanquiling is a researcher, local development professional, lawyer, and disability advocate committed to advancing social, environmental, and economic equity located in the Philippines. His interdisciplinary work centers on amplifying the voices of marginalized communities,…
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Preparedness in Action: Getting Ready for Hurricane Season with Team Rubicon

Preparedness in Action: Getting Ready for Hurricane Season with Team Rubicon By Christina Contreras (Alfaro), Disaster Preparedness & Climate Resilience Department Project Manager As the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season approaches, now is the time to focus on readiness.  In my…
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June is Hurricane Preparedness Month – Are you Ready?

June is Hurricane Preparedness Month – Are You Ready? By Christina Contreras (Alfaro), Disaster Preparedness & Climate Resilience Department Project Manager As hurricane season kicks off this June, it’s a powerful reminder of the importance of being prepared before disaster strikes. At the…