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The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is excited to announce the release of .
The plan was co-developed with the and represents a crucial step forward in making CIHR and the broader health research system more equitable and inclusive.
Next Steps: Implementation and Continued Collaboration
The plan outlines 32 specific actions, organized around four key focus areas: who CIHR funds, what CIHR funds, how CIHR funds, and organizational culture. CIHR is committed to implementing the actions in this plan.
Looking Ahead
Creating a truly inclusive and anti-ableist research environment is a collective effort. We are confident that by working together, we can make CIHR and the broader health research system a place where persons with disabilities can accessibly participate and thrive! We invite you to learn more about the CIHR Anti-Ableism Action Plan. Your insights and partnership are invaluable as we embark on this journey together. We will continue to engage with external partners in the disability community to share knowledge, build alliances, and advocate for change.
To read the plan, click .