Mission and objectivesThe United Nations Volunteers (UNV) programme contributes to peace and development through volunteerism worldwide. We work with partners to integrate qualified, highly motivated and well supported UN Volunteers into development programming and promote the value and global recognition of volunteerism.
ContextThis assignment is part of the UNV ROECA Promoting Inclusion May Initiative. This initiative is part of a broader effort to enhance OPD engagement in international disability inclusion strategies and multilateral collaboration efforts in Georgia. Georgiaโs 2024 Action Plan for the Protection of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities outlines key measures to strengthen accessibility, inclusion, and rights-based policy implementation. However, external factors including shifts in regional policy dynamics and programmatic funding priorities have influenced the pace and effectiveness of these efforts. While OPDs continue to play a central role in advocacy, capacity-building, and service delivery, structural challenges remain in aligning local, regional, and international disability inclusion frameworks. Strengthening the monitoring and documentation of OPD engagement will contribute to increased visibility, knowledge-sharing, and enhanced coordination among stakeholders. By mapping OPDs and assessing their engagement, this initiative supports data-driven approaches to foster inclusive talent acquisition, participation, and representation in international programs. The findings will help inform strategies to promote disability-inclusive approaches in volunteerism, programmatic planning, and decision-making spaces.
Task DescriptionWe are seeking Online Volunteers to support the mapping and monitoring of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) in Georgia. Volunteers will analyze OPD engagement in international disability inclusion efforts, assess trends in policy implementation, and identify barriers to accessibility and participation. The findings will contribute to evidence-based recommendations that strengthen inclusive engagement and capacity-building within regional disability initiatives. Key Responsibilities: โข Identify and map OPDs in Georgia, categorizing them based on their thematic focus (e.g., advocacy, accessibility, independent living, employment, education). โข Monitor OPD engagement in UN agency initiatives, international programs, and regional disability networks. โข Assess trends in policy implementation, with a focus on disability inclusion efforts and accessibility measures. โข Analyze challenges and opportunities for OPD participation in multilateral and stakeholder engagement processes. โข Develop structured reports to document findings and trends. โข Maintain and update a structured OPD database, ensuring accessibility and accuracy. Note: โข This task will be conducted entirely online, involving independent research, data collection, and structured reporting. โข Volunteers will collaborate with the UNV Team Lead for Georgia and participate in virtual check-ins. โข Updates and data will be shared through email or designated online platforms. โข Estimated time commitment: 1-5 hours per week for 4 weeks.
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