The 8th World Disability and Rehabilitation Conference 2023

16th – 17th November 2023

Colombo Sri Lanka

Theme: “Global Empowerment through Collaboration and Exchange: Advancing Disability Rehabilitation Worldwide?”
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Welcome to WDRC 2023

Welcome to the 8th World Disability and Rehabilitation Conference 2023 (WDRC 2023) which will take place from 16th – 17th November 2023 in hybrid platform. We hope WDRC 2023 will provide a unique platform for us to collaborate, learn from each other, and advance our understanding of disability and rehabilitation while offering many networking and publishing opportunities. Discover the latest trends, advancements and challenges in the field of disability and rehabilitation at this leading conference and enjoy.

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Purpose of the Conference

WDRC 2023 is designed to gather academicians, professionals, researchers, policymakers, and scholars to share their knowledge and experience, in order to increase collaboration and cooperation towards the development and betterment of disability studies and rehabilitation worldwide.

We are especially interested in providing opportunities for students and professionals in the global south to actively engage in this knowledge sharing, so that they can enhance their resources and networks.

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Abstract Submission

17th July 2023

Email: secretariat@disabilityconference.co

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Conference Tracks

Theme “Activism through Education-Education through Activism”

  • Disability Beyond Stigma: Societal Attitudes and Activism​
  • Policies and Laws Promoting the Rights of People with Disabilities
  • Disability Frameworks for Policy Activism in Education
  • Equity and Independent Living for Individuals with Disabilities
  • Athletics and Recreation for People with Disabilities
  • Disability Rights and Wrongs Revisited
  • Facilitating Career and Employment Opportunities
  • Disability Culture
  • Multi-Discipline Rehabilitation Education Approaches

In addition, we welcome both traditional papers and other media, such as artwork, documentary film, music, personal narratives, poetry, and video performance.

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Resource Persons

Conference Chair

Dr. Loren O’Connor

President of WDRPA, Former University Assistant Vice
Chancellor, Office of Accessible Education. and/or Kolpin &
O’Connor Global Consultants, LLC.)

Profile

Special Events

Dr. (Mrs.) Hemlata

Dr. (Mrs.) Hemlata

Director at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU)
India

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HIGHLIGHTS of WDRC 2022

Why Join WDRC 2022?

The best services we provide for our participants include our integrity to work for them and the dedication we show towards our individual projects.

Registration Benefits

Opportunity to Publish in High Ranked Supporting Journals and Open Access for Proceedings with OJS

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FREE Publication & Free Review Support for Full Paper Publication

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- Workshops, Panel Discussions & Excellent Networking Opportunities

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Renowned International Speakers representing the Keynote Forum/Plenary Forum

Keynote Speech Title:
Challenges that people living with disability and there success in third world

Speaker: Ismail Ahmed Ali

Keynote Speech Title:
Integrating services for people with disabilities - the next chapter

Speaker: Dr. Axel Kaehne 

Plenary Speech Title:
Facilitating Career and Employment Opportunities

Speaker: Ms. Manique Gunarathne

Keynote Speech Title:
Making Sure Assistive Technology is the Solution, and Not a Problem

Speaker: Prof. Marcia J. Scherer

Plenary Speech Title:
Poorly designed assistive technology products can lead to secondary health complications and abandonment

Speaker: Mr. Nekram Upadhyay

Plenary Speech Title:
Technology to Assist the Students with Disabilities in Physical Education

Speaker: Assoc. Prof. Naoki Suzuki, Ph.D.

PANEL DISCUSSION on : " Understanding and Advocating for University Students with Disabilities.”

Christina Cassady R N
Dr. Bunsung Heng
Dr. June Njama
Dr. Deepthi N. Shanbhag
Dr. Loren O’ Connor
Dr. Lynn Rose
Dr. Mbugua Wa Mungai
Dr. Thierry Kolpin
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WDRC 2023 - PUBLICATION OPPORTUNITIES

We believe your paper deserves to meet its ultimate research destination!

ABSTRACT
BOOK

  • ISBN: 978-624-5746-26-2

  • Adhering to COPE Guidelines

  • Double-blind peer-reviewing from World-class Scientific Committee

  • Available Online

  • Papers from

    o 50+ authors*
    o 20+ countries*
    (*According to the past history)

More information about Abstract Book

CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS

  • ISSN: 2513-2687

  • High quality double-blind peer-reviewing

  • Access via Online Journal System

  • Open Access

  • Google Scholar

  • Crossref Coverage

  • Maintaining the high quality standards

  • Submission to major indexing

More information about Conference Proceedings

More details regarding the past published conference proceedings of World Disability and Rehabilitation Conference can be obtained through clicking here.

Peer-Reviewed Journals

Conference participants have the option to submit their full papers in peer-reviewed journals which are internationally accredited from renowned publishers.
Each journal will conduct quality checks on the accepted papers and only papers that pass these checks will be published.

In addition to the journals indicated above, there are other outlets where participants can submit their work for publication. If you want to learn more about those journals, please reach out to publication@tiikmedu.com

PublisHelp

“A Breakthrough Free TIIKM Project To Make Your Research Publication Possible”

  • This is a free project which is designed to help you to develop your full papers up to the standard.
  • We provide preliminary reviews for your full paper with the world-class publication “steering committee” prior to the conference.
  • Reviewed and revised paper with constructive inputs will make your paper more likely to be accepted by high standard journals.

Need support to publish your paper???

Apply For Free Publication Service

WDRC 2023 has amplified its Publication Opportunities partnering with TIIKM Publishing to locate your research to the right destination.

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HIGHLIGHTS of WDRC 2023

Why Join WDRC 2023?

The best services we provide for our participants include our integrity to work for them and the dedication we show towards our individual projects.

Registration Benefits

Opportunity to Publish in High Ranked Supporting Journals and Open Access for Proceedings with OJS

Learn More

FREE Publication & Free Review Support for Full Paper Publication

Learn More

- Workshops, Panel Discussions & Excellent Networking Opportunities

Learn More

HEAR FROM THE EXPERIENCED!

We pride ourselves on building positive relationships with our researchers and hearing their testimonials about our Conference. Read below to see what they have to say about WDRC!

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Official Partners

Hosting Partner

World Disability and Rehabilitation Professionals Association (WDRPA)

Academic Partner

University of Lodz, Poland

University of Lodz,
Poland

Academic Partner

Mahatma Gandhi University, India

Academic Partner

University of the Western Cape,
South Africa

TOUR PARTNER

Globeenjoy
Sri Lanka

EVENT PARTNER

TIIKM Events
Sri Lanka

Organized By

The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM)

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