Overview
Develop a comprehensive, evidence-based thematic brief on the impact of crises and displacement on young children with disabilities (0-8 years) and the importance of holistic ECDiE services.
Tasks Summary
- Complete a literature review of relevant research, reports, guidelines, and best practices on disability inclusion in humanitarian action, ECDiE, and caregiver support, with a specific focus on young children (0-8).
- Analyze existing data and evidence on the impact of crises and displacement on young children with disabilities and their caregivers.
- Develop a clear, concise, and accessible thematic brief (approximately 15-20 pages) that addresses the objectives outlined above, which:
○ Addresses the specific needs of children with diverse disabilities (e.g., physical, sensory, intellectual, psychosocial)
○ Provides practical recommendations and action-oriented guidance, including specific strategies and tools for humanitarian actors to implement inclusive ECDiE services.
- Articulate the unique challenges and vulnerabilities faced by these children and their caregivers in emergency contexts.
- Explain why holistic ECDiE services are a must for supporting young children with disabilities and their caregivers in crisis and displacement
- Highlight the importance of caregiver support and engagement in ECDiE programming.
- Provide practical recommendations and action-oriented guidance for humanitarian actors on how to ensure the provision of inclusive and accessible ECDiE services.
- Address diverse crisis and displacement contexts, including relevant case studies and examples from various settings.
Deliverables:
- An inception report outlining the consultant's approach, methodology, and timeline.
- A draft, fully referenced, thematic brief for review and feedback.
- A consultation workshop with technical experts, including ECD and disability experts, to obtain feedback on the draft, and workshop report
- A final, fully referenced, thematic brief in English
Experience Requirements
- Extensive experience in disability inclusion in humanitarian action and ECDiE, particularly in crisis and displacement contexts.
- Strong understanding of the specific needs of young children with disabilities (0-8 years) and their caregivers.
- Demonstrated expertise in developing thematic briefs, reports, and other knowledge products.
- Experience working with international organizations and/or humanitarian agencies.
Qualification Requirements
- Advanced degree in disability studies, early childhood development, humanitarian studies, or a related field.
- Knowledge of relevant human rights instruments, guidelines and best practices, including the Convention on the Rights of the Child and the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).
