C. Policy advocacy and networking

Policy advocacy and networking comprise activities aimed at giving Southern partner organisations a voice on political issues related to disability. This includes carrying out campaigns etc. or participating in conferences or networks on a national, regional or international level with the aim of sharing experiences and learning from one another.  

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• Southern representation in international conferences: To sponsor Southern partner organisations to attend key international summits and conferences in order to give Southern organisations a voice at the international level.
• Mentorship of Southern representatives: To build the capacity of Southern DPOs to make a political impact at key international summits and conferences.
• South-South exchange: To encourage exchange of experience and mutual learning between Southern DPOs.
• Networking activity: To support the Southern partner organisations in national or regional networking.
  
• Initiative related to the MDGs and UNCRPD: To support conferences, campaigns etc. that focus on the Millennium Development Goals and the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.