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Handicap International Canada's submission to the International Assistance Review

Emergency Explosive weapons Health Inclusion Prevention Rehabilitation Rights

July 29, 2016. Handicap International is an international not-for-profit organisation with over 30 years of experience implementing humanitarian assistance and development programs around the world. It has been active in Canada since 2003. This consultation process provides a welcome opportunity to reflect upon Canada’s role in addressing some of the most urgent issues in the fields of development and humanitarian assistance today. We hope that our contributions will impact positively on the outcomes of this significant initiative.

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In Gaza, Fayez regains his mobility thanks to HI
© Till Mayer / HI
Emergency Explosive weapons Rehabilitation

In Gaza, Fayez regains his mobility thanks to HI

Injured by unexploded ordnance, Fayez underwent an amputation. With the support of HI, he is learning to move again and regain independence in his daily life.

In Bangladesh, Roshida’s long road to recovery
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Rehabilitation

In Bangladesh, Roshida’s long road to recovery

Roshida, a Rohingya refugee, lost her independence after a stroke left half her body paralyzed. With sustained rehabilitation support from HI, she began to recover.

Ibrahim, to live as a child again
© T. Mayer / HI
Explosive weapons Rehabilitation

Ibrahim, to live as a child again

Injured in a munition's depot explosion, 5-year-old Ibrahim is learning to walk, move, and play like a child again with help from HI.