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Approximately one in seven people in Latin America and the Caribbean live with a disability, yet barriers and needs are often overlooked, and policies intended to foster inclusion remain understudied. This report examines the effectiveness of disability inclusion policies across education, health, labor markets, and social protection. A closer look at the realities for people with disabilities in the region reveals a much more nuanced picture of the magnitude of gaps, quality of services, and distinct challenges compared to those without disabilities. By highlighting evidence-based interventions, this volume seeks to encourage policy approaches that foster inclusion and improve the quality of life of millions living with disabilities.
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Suzanne Duryea
Suzanne Duryea is a Principal Economist in the Gender and Diversity Division (GDI) of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). Ms. Duryea has a Ph.D. in Economics from the University of Michigan and has been a member of the Executive Committee of the Latin American and Caribbean Economics Association (LACEA).
Claudia Martínez A.
Claudia Martínez A. is a Lead Economist at the Inter-American Development Bank. Her areas of specialization are economic development and public finance. She holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Michigan and a BA in Economics from the University of Chile.
María Antonella Pereira
María Antonella Pereira is a Researcher and Consultant in International Development and Disability Inclusion. Her work focuses on social protection and education policy. She has a Master of Science in International Development Policy from the McCourt School of Public Policy at Georgetown University.