The 8th World Disability and Rehabilitation Conference 2023

09th – 10th 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 09th – 10th November 2023 in Colombo, Sri Lanka (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 Deadline

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Final Payment Deadline

21st September 2023

Limited slots Available

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.

Resource Persons

Special Events

Dr. Hemlata

Workshop 01

Title: "Empowering Inclusion: Advancing Disability Rights and Counseling"

Dr. (Mrs.) Hemlata

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

Mr. Joe John George

Workshop 02

Title: "Building Bridges of Empowerment: Enabling Resilient Communities through Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction and Rehabilitation"

Mr. Joe John George

Disability Exclusive,
DRR Expert

Mr. Nekram Upadhyay

Workshop 03

Mr. Nekram Upadhyay

Head, Department of Assistive Technology, Indian Spinal Injuries Centre &
PhD Scholar at
Delhi Technological University, India

Dr. Loren O’Connor

Panel Discussion

Title: "“Global Empowerment through Collaboration and Exchange: Advancing Disability Rehabilitation Worldwide”"

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.

Renowned International Speakers representing the Keynote Forum/Plenary Forum

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

Christina Cassady
Dr. Bunsung Heng
Dr. June Njama
Deepthi N. Shanbhag
Dr. Loren O’ Connor
Dr. Lynn Rose
Dr. Mungai
Dr.Thierry-Kolpin
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Conference Venue

Taj Samudra

5 Star Hotel in Sri Lanka

WDRC 2023 - PUBLICATION OPPORTUNITIES

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

ABSTRACT
BOOK

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.

SCImago Journal & Country Rank

SCImago Journal & Country Rank

SCImago Journal & Country Rank

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???

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

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.

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

St John's Medical College Hospital, Bengaluru,

St John’s Medical College Hospital,
South India

Academic Partner

University of the Western Cape,
South Africa

Academic Partner

Erdogan University , Turkey (Izmir)

Erdogan University , Turkey (Izmir)

Creative Partner

LAKSALA

Sri Lanka Handicrafts Board (Laksala)

TOUR PARTNER

Globeenjoy
Sri Lanka

EVENT PARTNER

TIIKM Events
Sri Lanka

Organized By

The International Institute of Knowledge Management (TIIKM)

Organized By

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