Beyond the lenses

Major Research Projects

COVID-19 Research (2020)

Research 1: How COVID-19 is Affecting Persons with Disabilities

We conducted online surveys across Bangladesh with all types of people with disabilities to assess the pandemic's impact.

Key Findings:

  • People with disabilities faced severe challenges during COVID-19
  • Access to essential services was drastically reduced
  • Economic impacts were disproportionate
  • Health and safety information was not accessible
  • The government response did not adequately include people with disabilities

 

Stories told in the media

Media Coverage:

Stories told in the campaign

  • Risingbd.com: "Menstrual health of women with disabilities and a real scenario in COVID-19 situation" [https://bit.ly/39T6RGX]

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Humanitarian Response Research

Rohingya Refugee Camps Research

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Published: Act for Displaced [https://bit.ly/3bjq5Gx]

Op-Eds & Opinion Pieces

Dhaka Tribune: "A voice to the voiceless" [http://bit.ly/3hRpWvo]

Multiple Op-Eds During COVID-19: Focused on:

  • Problems of people with disabilities during Corona period
  • Solutions and government response needed
  • Economic contribution potential
  • Digital Bangladesh vision including people with disabilities
  • Menstrual health for women with disabilities
  • Inclusive disaster management