Sharjah…Forefront of empowering the Disabled via creative ways

September 16, 2025 / 6:23 PM

Sharjah 24: At the 18th edition of the World Congress 2025, titled "We Are Inclusion," organised by Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services at Expo Centre Sharjah, Sue Swenson, the President of Inclusion International, emphasizes that the congress has established a platform that significantly influences the lives of people with disabilities through its diverse panels and workshops, which highlight global practices and shared experiences.

In her speech, she highlighted the congress's crucial global initiatives aimed at improving conditions for individuals with disabilities. She noted that Sharjah has been at the forefront of providing assistance, promoting collaboration, and empowering people with disabilities through creative methods. Additionally, she stated that the congress acts as an important platform for the younger generation, motivating them to exchange ideas, experiences, passion, and knowledge.

She commended the media coverage of the event, describing it as a crucial way to invite the world to join forces in empowering the future of individuals with disabilities by fostering a connected agenda worldwide.

Additionally, during her interview with “Sharjah 24,” she discussed how culture plays a vital role in promoting inclusion, asserting that people with disabilities are central to the heartbeat of the community, and how the way we treat them reflects our commitment to this inclusion.