ALT A large conference room with rows of seated attendees facing a panel discussion. Several speakers sit at the front, with two large screens showing a person using sign language and presentation slides. A person stands nearby interpreting. Some attendees use wheelchairs. The room is bright, with white walls, large windows covered by sheer curtains, and modern chairs arranged in rows.

ALT A conference room panel is shown. Several people sit at a long desk with microphones and nameplates; visible text includes “Organization of American States” and “CEDDIS.” One person in black stands behind the panel, raising both hands in expressive gestures, likely interpreting or emphasizing speech. Others look down at notes or forward. Background shows a plain wall and wood paneling.

ALT A small meeting room panel: four participants sit at a table with country nameplates (“Australia,” “South Africa,” “Ireland”) and microphones. One participant uses a wheelchair. Papers, notebooks, and water glasses are on the table. Behind glass, a kitchenette with cups and coffee urns is visible.

ALT A report cover: text reads “Global Disability Fund – Annual Report 2025.” A globe made of many national flags fills the right side, with smaller text noting the CRPD anniversary and support to 100 countries.

ALT A panel discussion in a modern meeting room. Seven speakers sit behind a long table with microphones and nameplates, while attendees listen from rows of chairs. One of them uses a wheelchair at the left. A large screen behind shows a remote speaker. On the right, a sign language interpreter stands near a podium. Coffee service sits on a side counter, and ceiling lights illuminate the space evenly.

ALT A formal meeting room with a panel seated behind a long desk, each with microphones and nameplates. A speaker at the center reads from notes while others listen. In front, attendees sit in rows, some using devices. Behind the panel, a raised platform holds a sign language interpreter actively signing. The setting is structured and well-lit, with conference seating and interpretation to support accessibility.

ALT A formal conference setting with participants seated at a long table equipped with microphones and digital panels. Nameplates read “Global Disability Fund,” “Türkiye,” and “UNICEF.” Multiple speakers face the room while attendees sit nearby. Behind them, a glass booth labeled “French” indicates interpretation services. The room is well-lit and arranged for multilingual, structured discussion with technical equipment and cables visible on the table.

ALT A conference room seen from the audience. People sit facing a large screen showing a close-up of a speaker at a panel, with captions visible. The speaker sits at a desk with a microphone and nameplate. On the right side of the room, a sign language interpreter stands beside the screen. Tables have built-in microphones and control panels, and the lighting is bright and even.

ALT Wide view of the UN General Assembly hall in New York. Rows of curved desks fill the floor, with many delegates seated or moving between aisles. At the front, a raised podium stands beneath a large gold wall bearing the UN emblem. Two large screens show speakers at the podium and a sign language interpreter. Bright ceiling lights illuminate the formal, crowded setting.

ALT A bright conference room filled with rows of seated attendees facing a panel at the front. Several speakers sit on chairs near large screens displaying presentation slides and a sign language interpreter signing. One person stands presenting beside a screen. Some attendees use wheelchairs. The space has white walls, soft lighting, and large windows with sheer curtains, creating a formal, inclusive event setting.

ALT A conference scene with rows of seated attendees facing a speaker at a podium. A panel sits nearby, listening and taking notes. A large screen shows a sign language interpreter against a blue background. People hold papers and look toward the front.

ALT A large, bright conference room filled with many seated attendees facing the front. A speaker stands near a screen, addressing the group, while a sign language interpreter appears on a display. Some people take notes or use phones, and a few use wheelchairs. The room is full.

ALT Ahmed Ghanem stands at the front of a conference room, holding a microphone and addressing a seated audience. A sign language interpreter stands nearby at a clear podium. Behind them, a large screen shows slides. To the side, a panel includes Dr. Ola Abualghaib seated in a wheelchair. Rows of attendees face forward.

ALT Eight people stand side by side in a modern indoor room, posing for a group photo. Behind them is a green sign reading “Permanent Mission of Ireland to the United Nations,” with flags on either side. The group wears formal business attire. The room has wood ceiling beams, light walls, and a tiled floor.

ALT UN conference room where participants sit with laptops and microphones. Several speakers are seated at the front, with nameplates in front of them. A sign language interpreter stands nearby, raising both hands while signing. Water bottles and documents are placed on tables.

ALT EU event poster with a blue background and festive design. On the right, large red, blue, and white balloons cluster together, with colorful confetti scattered around them. On the left, white text boxes display the message: “Celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the UNCRPD”, followed by “Supporting Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) and Civil Society.” Below, smaller text gives the event details: Tuesday, 9 June 2026, 13:15–14:30, Conference Room 6. At the bottom, several logos represent organizing institutions.

ALT A professional event poster in blue and yellow tones titled “CRPD at 20: From Global Commitments to Country-Level Action.” It highlights the date (9 June 2026), time (4:30–7:30 PM), and location at the Permanent Mission of Canada to the UN. Brief sections outline goals—reflect, exchange, and look forward. Logos of organizers and multiple international co-sponsors appear at the bottom.

ALT A clean, minimalist graphic on a white background. On the left, the letters “CRPD” appear in large, bold shapes filled with multiple bright colors. Next to it, smaller text reads “Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.” On the right, a large black number “20” highlights the anniversary mark.

ALT CRPD logo

ALT Formatted event poster for a UN high-level session. At the top, logos for the Conference of States Parties to the CRPD and “CRPD 20” appear. The title reads: “CRPD at 20: From Global Commitments to Country-Level Action.” A short description explains the event focuses on advancing disability-inclusive care and support systems. A highlighted bar shows details: 9 June 2026, 4:30–7:30 PM, Permanent Mission of Canada to the UN. The center lists a long column of speakers with names and institutional roles from governments, UN agencies, and organizations, including the Global Disability Fund. At the bottom, logos identify organizers (Canada and GDF) and multiple co-sponsors, including governments and international partners. The design uses blue, yellow, and white blocks.

ALT A large UN conference hall filled with delegates seated at desks with microphones and laptops. At the front, a panel speaks beneath large screens showing live captions and a sign language interpreter. Nameplates identify countries, and rows of attendees listen while some take notes or follow the session on screens.

ALT Natalia Mattioli with blond hair and glasses speaks into a microphone at a United Nations meeting table. She wears a dark blazer and holds a pen while gesturing. In front, a sign reads “GLOBAL DISABILITY FUND.” A water bottle and papers sit nearby, with another attendee blurred in the background.

ALT A conference room at the United Nations with rows of desks and microphones. In the foreground, a desk has a sign reading “CRPD,” along with a headset, cables, and a document. In the background, multiple seats and nameplates are visible, softly lit, with a few people standing and moving around.

ALT Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities logo

ALT Cover design for the UN Global Disability Fund’s 2025 Annual Report. On a light background, large blue text reads “Annual Report 2025.” A stylized globe made of many national flags appears on the right. Smaller text highlights the 20th anniversary of the CRPD and notes support to 100 countries. Along the bottom, small photos show diverse people, including persons with disabilities.

ALT Poster for the event titled “CRPD at 20: From Global Commitments to Country-Level Action.” It announces a high-level meeting on 9 June 2026, 4:30–7:30 PM, at the Permanent Mission of Canada, New York. The agenda highlights reflection, exchange, and future actions on disability inclusion. Logos of organizers (Canada and Global Disability Fund) and several co-sponsoring countries appear at the bottom.