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Proud to be featured on @ZeroProjectorg. We talk about the numbers and the need to our community to convene. Please check it out, share and comment.
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The Disability Mirror™, an initiative of @BillionStrong, turns the mirror inward on our disability ecosystem.
Phase One uses primarily public evidence to explore leadership, representation, accessibility, participation, transparency and accountability.
#DisabilityMirror #WeAreBillionStrong #Accessibility
What is the Disability Mirror™?
For decades, the disability community has asked governments, corporations, employers and society to improve accessibility, representation, inclusion and accountability.
But are we willing to ask the same of ourselves?
The Disability Mirror™, an initiative of Billion Strong, turns the mirror inward on our own disability ecosystem.
Phase One looks at a selected cohort of established and influential disability organizations and networks, using primarily publicly available evidence to explore disability leadership, representation, accessibility, participation, transparency and accountability.
What it is NOT:
❌ A ranking
❌ A numeric scorecard
❌ An audit or certification
❌ A “best and worst” list
❌ A gotcha exercise
❌ An effort to shame organizations
When evidence is “not located,” it does not mean an organization is not doing the work. It means the evidence was not located or publicly visible through our research as of the assessment date.
Phase One is a baseline — a place from which all of us can learn, including Billion Strong.
We believe the principles our disability movement advocates for throughout society should also be visible within our own ecosystem.
🪞 We are turning the mirror inward not to tear our movement down, but to help all of us become stronger.
#DisabilityMirror #WeAreBillionStrong #DisabilityLeadership #DisabilityInclusion #Accessibility #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #AXSChat
Debra Ruh retweeted
ONE FOR ALL cover by @FierceReads and @tragicsunshine
Book Dress by @JFkillsdarlings
Photos by @hautepapier
Lifelong dream of becoming an author by me
ONE FOR ALL is now available for purchase wherever books are sold: bit.ly/3nUKbMH
#ONEFORALL #Sisterhoodofthestabstab
ALT Three pictures. On left is Lillie in a magenta gown, sword raised. The center is ONE FOR ALL's cover (Tania surroundeded by swords). To the right is a close up of Lillie in the dress.
Debra Ruh retweeted
Broader steps and a much better ramp gradient at the main entrance earlier.
Why have disabled constituents been sidelined in the renovation of the Perambur MLA office @CMOTamilnadu - whose thoughtless design removed ramp?
Is toilet wheelchair accessible @Tn_Diff_abled? Audit! – at Perambur Purasavakam, India
ALT Before and after renovation pics of Perambur MLA office, former from Google, latter from The Hindu. Post text is self-explanatory.
Debra Ruh retweeted
Today I'm talking to @theJeremyVine on his radio show about Motability & the recent changes. Hopefully it'll be a chance to set the record straight & air the truth of Motability. So much misinformation (lies) going around it's great to have an opportunity to tell the facts. – at Camden Town, London
Debra Ruh retweeted
A milestone for Zambia's energy future ⚡
Today the first Project Steering Committee meeting of the Africa Mini-Grids Programme Zambia #AMPZed convened ahead of the launch.
The agenda? Preparing to move from design phase into active delivery.
🔗undp.org/zambia/news/grid-ag…
#SDG7
Debra Ruh retweeted
The UN is 80. What should it look like at 100?
#WeThePeoples: Shaping the Future of the UN brings civil society to the table at #HLPF2026.
📅 9 July | 3–6 PM EDT | UNHQ
➡️ un.org/un80-initiative/en/ev…
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WIPO member states have approved the appointment of new Deputy and Assistant Directors General.
Deputy Directors General:
• Pascal Faure (France) – Copyright, Creative Economy and IP Governance Sector
• Laura Peter (United States of America) – Patents and Technology Sector
• Mzukisi Qobo (South Africa) – Regional and National Development Sector
• Shen Changyu (China) – Brands and Designs Sector
Assistant Directors General:
• Marco Aleman (Colombia) – IP and Innovation Ecosystems Sector
• Chitra Narayanaswamy (Switzerland) – Corporate Management and Transformation Sector
• Kenichiro Natsume (Japan) – Infrastructure and Platforms Sector
• Andrew Staines (United Kingdom) – Global Challenges, Opportunities and Partnerships Sector
The new appointments take effect on October 1, 2026.
🔗 ow.ly/vHQl50Zmi42
#WIPO #wipoGA
ALT Image featuring a photograph of the WIPO headquarters surrounded by member state flags, over a blue background with text that reads “Appointment of WIPO Deputy Directors General and Assistant Directors General.” The WIPO acronym appears in the bottom corner.
For too long, I’ve been focused on building behind the scenes. Now it’s time to reconnect.
🌍 Billion Strong is now represented in 144 countries, but our mission isn’t complete until every country is represented.
We’re launching the #DisabilityMirror because meaningful inclusion starts with accountability. We believe our community should expect more—from institutions and from ourselves.
If you’re passionate about disability inclusion, join us.
👉 Visit Billion-Strong.org
Become a Global Advisor, connect with our community, and help us build the world’s largest disability identity movement.
We are one billion strong. Together, we are unstoppable.
#WeAreBillionStrong #DisabilityPride #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #DisabilityLeadership #Accessibility #Inclusion
Debra Ruh retweeted
The 7th Disabled Kidlit Writers International Anniversary Giveaway is live! Head over to 📷 to enter. There's a special entry option for teachers and librarians, too!
#DisabilityPrideMonth #Books
ALT A collage of books featured in the Disabled Kidlit Writers Giveaway—full list at link
Debra Ruh retweeted
Railways bill must ensure accessibility becomes a reality, disabled peers tell minister disabilitynewsservice.com/ra… via @johnpringdns
🌍 More than 1.3 billion people live with disabilities. We are not a niche—we are one of the world’s largest communities.
At Billion Strong, we’re building a global movement rooted in dignity, belonging, and opportunity. Join us as we connect voices from every country to create a more inclusive future.
💙 Follow us, share your story, and help us grow.
#WeAreBillionStrong #DisabilityPride #DisabilityInclusion #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #Accessibility #Inclusion
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I’ve been a little quiet on social media lately—but for a good reason.
I’ve been deeply focused on building the Disability Mirror while also getting all of my social media accounts back under control (not nearly as exciting as it sounds 😄).
I’m back and looking forward to sharing more about disability inclusion, AI for good, leadership, and the incredible work happening through @BillionStrong_.
Good things are ahead. 💙
#DisabilityInclusion #AIForGood #WeAreBillionStrong
🤖 Made with AI
Debra Ruh retweeted
Thanks, Anica, Delhi houses and @htTweets for giving space to the story of my village.
@delhi_dehaat will be little happy today. :)
#DilliDehatProject #DilliDehat
Devli, a historic village in Delhi, faces urbanization's erasure, losing its cultural roots and the iconic bangla, symbolizing its forgotten heritage.
Devli is not easy to find if you do not already know it. It sits somewhere between Sangam Vihar and Sainik Farms in south Delhi, compressed into the gap between two neighbourhoods wildly different from each other -- one a vast unauthorised colony of working people, the other also an unauthorised colony but categorised as “affluent” and is a forested enclave of large houses and concrete lanes. Between them, almost as an afterthought of the city’s expansion, Devli continues to exist. A village that has been absorbing Delhi’s pressure for decades without ever quite becoming Delhi.
Tap to read: hindustantimes.com/cities/de…
(@cultureanica ✍🏻)
Debra Ruh retweeted
Delighted to make it to the @ForbesAsia 30 Under 30 Asia: Class of 2026 in the Social Impact category.
#ForbesUnder30 #ForbesU30Asia
forbes.com/30-under-30/2026/…
thanks to @WeAreFamilyFdtn, @Pollinationproj, @PeaceFirstOrg, @UNYouthAffairs, @MFGlobalCitizen, @FXBGlobal
ALT Portrait of Puneet Singhal wearing a navy blue sweater over a checked shirt, shown against a white background. A Forbes Under 30 logo appears in the bottom-right corner.
Debra Ruh retweeted
I was honored to attend the ECOSOC Youth Forum 2026 (14–16 April) at the United Nations Headquarters in New York as a member of the United Nations Youth Office Youth Reference Group. @UNYouthAffairs
During the Forum, I contributed to important conversations on youth mental health, inclusion, and sustainable development. I participated in the side event “From Evidence to Action: What Works to Advance Youth Health and Mental Health,” organized by @UNICEF Evaluation, the @UNFPA Independent Evaluation Office, and other UN partners.
I also had the opportunity to serve as a panelist in the session “Youth Mental Health and Well-Being as a Foundation for Sustainable Development,” where I spoke about how young people are navigating interconnected challenges shaped by exclusion, climate stress, disability, and inequality.
Drawing from my work with the Global Network of Young Persons with Disabilities (@gnypwd ) and Green Disability @DisabilityGreen , I emphasized that climate resilience and sustainability cannot be achieved without accessibility and disability inclusion. I reiterated something central to my work: there is no climate justice without disability justice.
I was also grateful to speak at the SDG Media Zone on the growing youth employment crisis, alongside Lindsey Madison, in a session moderated by Bora Kamwanya.
These conversations reminded me how important it is that young people, especially those from historically excluded communities, are not only included in global discussions, but recognized as active contributors shaping the road to 2030.
#ECOSOC2026 #SDGs #GreenDisability #DisabilityInclusion #YouthLeadership #ClimateJustice #GNYPWD #WeAreBillionStrong
ALT I am speaking on a panel at a conference, holding a microphone while seated between two fellow panelists. Behind us, a large screen displays my portrait, name, and affiliation with the Global Network for Young Persons with Disabilities.
ALT Puneet Singh Singhal speaks into a microphone while seated at a conference table with a nameplate displaying his name in front of him.
Debra Ruh retweeted
Indigenous Peoples manage 25% of the world’s land and protect vital ecosystems, yet they receive less than 1% of climate finance.
There’s no climate justice without Indigenous rights.
Learn why it matters: go.undp.org/Tx4
#UNPFII
Debra Ruh retweeted
Hear from our Youth Reference Group members at this year’s ECOSOC Youth Forum, representing voices from around the world and driving real change. 🌍
🎥 Watch the full video: youtube.com/watch?v=s0Cj8FzL…
