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This curated resource lis is intended for educators, policymakers, teacher trainers, and program designers working to expand inclusive education.
Use the thematic and regional groupings to navigate resources most relevant to your context. Tag indicators help you quickly identify resources that are current, institutionally supported, or still valuable for historical reference.
This section features high-value inclusive education resources curated from global regions. Wherever possible, materials are aligned with the needs of learners who are blind, have low vision, or are deafblind.
Resources include teaching toolkits, curriculum frameworks, and professional development programs.
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- [Evergreen] – Regularly updated or foundational; expected to remain relevant over time.
- [Stable Link] – Hosted on a reliable platform or institutional site with long-term access.
- [Archived] – No longer actively maintained but remains useful for reference.
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ICEVI Member and Partner Resources for Inclusive Education
Global tools and programs from leading vision and disability inclusion organizations
Clovernook Center for the Blind & Visually Impaired
- Tactile Literacy Initiative (2020–ongoing) [Evergreen, Stable Link]
https://www.clovernook.org/tactile-literacy
Provides dual-format braille books and tactile graphics to support early literacy for blind learners. - Boldly BVI Award Series (2025) [Stable Link]
https://clovernook.org/events/boldly-bvi-breakfast/
Recognizes innovation in VI education and inclusive technology.
CBM Global
- Inclusive Education Training Guide (2021) [Evergreen]
https://cbm-global.org/resource/inclusive-education-training-guide/
Modular toolkit for inclusive teaching and system reform. - Facilitator Materials: Inclusive Education Workshops (2023) [Stable Link]
https://cbm-global.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Section-3-Workshop-facilitator-materials_FINAL.pdf
Structured tools for leading inclusive education trainings. - Advocacy Toolkit for Inclusive Eye Health (2023) [Stable Link]
https://cbm-global.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/CBM-Global-IEH-Advocacy-Toolkit.pdf
Advocacy tools integrating education and disability inclusion.
Deafblind International (DbI)
- Guidelines on Best Practice for Persons Living with Deafblindness (2019) [ Evergreen]
https://www.inclusive-education.org/resources/guidelines-best-practice-persons-living-deafblindness
Recommendations for education and support services. - DbI Service Guidelines (2022) [ Stable Link]
https://www.deafblindinternational.org/service-guidelines/
Defines quality standards for education and care. - From Isolation to Inclusion: Global Study (2023) [ Stable Link]
https://www.deafblindinternational.org/?media_dl=4223
Highlights inclusive models for deafblind learners.
IDDC (International Disability and Development Consortium)
- Inclusive Education Task Group – Resources & Briefs (2022–2023) [Evergreen]
https://www.iddcconsortium.net/our-work/our-task-groups/inclusive-education-tg/
Policy, finance, and practice tools for inclusive education.
IAPB (International Agency for the Prevention of Blindness)
- Inclusion Made Easy in Eye Health Programs (2024) [Stable Link]
https://www.iapb.org/learn/resources/inclusion-made-easy-in-eye-health-programs/
Practical guidance on linking inclusive education with school eye health initiatives.
ONCE / FOAL (Latin America)
- Orientaciones para una atención educativa de calidad (2021) [Evergreen]
https://www.foal.es/publicaciones/
Spanish-language guide for VI resource centers. - Educación Inclusiva con Énfasis en Discapacidad Visual (2022) [Stable Link]
https://www.foal.es/formacion/
Online course for Latin American teachers. - Centros de Recursos Educativos Report (2021) [Archived]
https://www.foal.es/publicaciones/
Assessment of VI education centers during/after COVID-19.
Overbrook School / ICEVI / Nippon Foundation
- Mathematics Made Easy for Children with Visual Impairment (2019) [Evergreen]
https://icevi.org/mathematics-made-easy/
Comprehensive teaching manual developed for math instruction tailored to children with visual impairments. - ON-NET: Overbrook-Nippon Network on Educational Technology (Ongoing) [Evergreen]
https://icevi.org/on-net/
Regional network across Asia focused on accessible ICT, digital platforms, and professional development for inclusive education using assistive technologies.
RNIB (Royal National Institute of Blind People, UK)
- Curriculum Framework for Vision Impairment (CFVI) (2022) [Evergreen]
https://www.rnib.org.uk/professionals/education/curriculum-framework
Outlines specialist competencies for VI support. - Teacher Guidance for Students with Vision Impairment (2023) [Stable Link]
https://www.rnib.org.uk/professionals/education/
Mainstream teacher strategies for VI inclusion. - Assessment and Learning Resources [Ongoing]
https://www.rnib.org.uk/professionals/education/
Tools for inclusive assessment of VI learners.
Sightsavers
- Inclusive Teaching for Children with Visual Impairments (2018) [Evergreen]
https://www.sightsavers.org/guides/inclusive-teaching-vi/
Classroom strategies for blind/low-vision inclusion. - Inclusive Education Strategy (2021) [Stable Link]
https://www.sightsavers.org/how-were-run/policies/inclusive-education-strategy/
System-wide plan for African countries. - Teacher Training Modules [Evergreen]
https://www.sightsavers.org/guides/inclusive-teaching/
Adaptable training packs used in West Africa.
World Blind Union (WBU)
- Accessibility GO! A Guide to Action (2021) [Evergreen]
https://worldblindunion.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/Accessibility-GO-A-Guide-to-Action-WBU-CBM-Global-Dec2021.pdf
Advocacy and implementation guide grounded in CRPD. - Closing the Accessibility Gap: Final Report (2024) [Stable Link]
https://worldblindunion.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/WBU-IAUD-Progress-and-Learning-Report-FINAL.pdf
Accessible infrastructure and education-related findings. - WBU Accessibility Program Resource Hub [Ongoing] [Evergreen]
https://worldblindunion.org/programs/accessibility/
Online tools and guidance supporting inclusive systems.
Accessible Books Consortium (WIPO)
- ABC Global Book Service (Ongoing) [Evergreen]
https://www.accessiblebooksconsortium.org/portal/en/index.html
Global initiative to increase availability of books in accessible formats through Marrakesh Treaty implementation.
DAISY Consortium
- Accessible Publishing Knowledge Hub (Ongoing) [Evergreen]
https://daisy.org/accessibility-resources/
Technical resources and tools for accessible publishing, reading systems, and inclusive educational materials.
Regional Inclusive Education Resources
Africa
- Inclusive Education Strategy (Sightsavers, 2021) [Evergreen, Stable Link]
https://www.sightsavers.org/how-were-run/policies/inclusive-education-strategy
Regional framework for disability-inclusive education implementation across African countries. - CBM Inclusive Education and CBID Programs – Africa Focus [Evergreen, Stable Link]
https://www.cbm.org/our-work/where-we-work/africa.html
Country-led inclusive education programs emphasizing teacher training, community inclusion, and disability rights in African contexts.
East Asia
- SEAMEO SEN Inclusive Education Initiatives (Ongoing) [Evergreen]
https://www.seameosen.edu.my
Regional technical assistance center working on teacher training and policy development in Southeast Asia. - EdTech for Learners With Hearing and Visual Impairments (EdTech Hub, 2024) [Stable Link]
https://docs.edtechhub.org/lib/KMCPWFW9
Review of accessible education technology in ASEAN education systems.
Europe
- European Coalition for Inclusive Education (EDF, 2022) [Evergreen]
https://www.edf-feph.org/publications/
Regional policy and advocacy coalition for inclusive schooling. - Teacher Guidance for Students with Visual Impairment (RNIB, UK, 2023) [Stable Link]
https://www.rnib.org.uk/professionals/education/
Mainstream teacher strategies for inclusive VI education.
Latin America
- Educación Inclusiva con Énfasis en Discapacidad Visual (FOAL, OEI, 2022) [Stable Link]
https://www.foal.es/formacion/
Online training program for Spanish-speaking teachers of VI learners. - Centros de Recursos Educativos Report (FOAL, OEI, 2021) [Archived]
https://www.foal.es/publicaciones/
Operational review of VI resource centers in Latin America.
North America & Caribbean
- National Agenda for the Education of Children and Youths with Visual Impairments (AFB/APH, USA) [Evergreen]
https://www.afb.org/research-and-initiatives/national-agenda
U.S. framework guiding national VI education and training. - Paths to Literacy (Perkins School for the Blind) [Evergreen]
https://www.pathstoliteracy.org
Instructional materials, assessment tools, and strategies for literacy in VI education.
Pacific
- Pacific Regional Inclusive Education Review (PDF/UNESCO, 2022) [Stable Link]
https://www.pacificdisability.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Pacific-IE-Report_2022.pdf
Inclusive education monitoring across Pacific Island states. - Pacific Regional Inclusive Education Framework (UNESCO/Pacific Islands Forum, 2023) [Evergreen]
https://www.unesco.org/en/articles/regional-inclusive-education-framework
Shared commitment to inclusive policy and implementation.
West Asia
- INCLUDE: Inclusive Education for Refugee Children with Disabilities (Humanity & Inclusion, 2021) [Stable Link]
https://www.hi.org/sn_uploads/document/INCLUDE_Briefing_EN.pdf
MENA-focused policy brief and education model for refugee settings. - UNRWA Inclusive Education Policy (2018) [Still Relevant]
https://www.unrwa.org/resources/policies/inclusive-education-policy
Inclusive education approach for Palestinian and regional refugee learners.
Expanded Thematic Resources
Note: Some resources below may also appear in the ICEVI Partner and Institutional Resources section above for ease of reference across categories.
Accredited Training for Vision Impairment Educators
- Approved Training Programs (Rehabilitation Council of India)
https://rehabcouncil.nic.in/training - Distance MA/PGDip in Visual Impairment (University of Birmingham)
https://www.birmingham.ac.uk/postgraduate/courses/distance/edu/vision-impairments.aspx - European Quality Development System for Inclusive Education (Erasmus+, 2023)
https://equi-t-academy.eu - Mandatory Qualifications for Specialist Teachers (UK Government, 2023)
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/mandatory-qualifications-specialist-teachers-visually-hearing-impaired-or-multi-sensory-impairment - Perkins International Academy (Perkins School)
https://www.perkinselearning.org/international/academy - Standards & Principles for Educators in Visual Impairment (SPEVI, Australia)
https://www.spevi.net/standards-elaborations - University Review Program (AERBVI, USA)
https://aerbvi.org/resources/career-center/university-review-program/
Assistive Technology and Digital Accessibility
- EdTech for Learners With Hearing and Visual Impairments (EdTech Hub, 2024)
https://docs.edtechhub.org/lib/KMCPWFW9 - Paths to Technology (Perkins)
https://www.perkinselearning.org/technology
Curriculum and Competency Frameworks
- CEC VI Standards (Council for Exceptional Children, USA)
https://exceptionalchildren.org/standards - Curriculum Framework for Children and Young People with Vision Impairment (CFVI) (RNIB, 2022)
https://www.rnib.org.uk/professionals/education/curriculum-framework - Teacher Competencies Guidance (Scottish Government, 2025)
https://www.gov.scot/publications/guidance-appropriate-qualifications-teacher-competencies-teachers-children-young-people-blind-partially-sighted-deaf-deafblind
Deafblind Inclusion and Multisensory Support
- DbI Service Guidelines (DbI, 2022)
https://www.deafblindinternational.org/service-guidelines/ - From Isolation to Inclusion: Global Study (DbI, 2023)
https://www.deafblindinternational.org/?media_dl=4223 - Guidelines on Best Practice for Persons Living with Deafblindness (CBM / DbI, 2019)
https://www.inclusive-education.org/resources/guidelines-best-practice-persons-living-deafblindness
Early Childhood Intervention
- Global Report on Children with Developmental Disabilities (UNICEF, 2023)
https://www.unicef.org/reports/global-report-on-children-with-developmental-disabilities-2023 - Learning Begins: Early Learning and Development Standards (UNICEF, 2020)
https://www.unicef.org/documents/early-learning-and-development-standards
Family and Community Engagement
- Family Engagement for Students with Disabilities (U.S. Dept. of Ed, 2021)
https://sites.ed.gov/idea/idea-files/family-engagement-framework/
Inclusive Assessment and Progress Monitoring
- Assessment Accommodations Guide (Perkins)
https://www.perkinselearning.org/accessible-education/assessment-accommodations - UNICEF Inclusive Education Monitoring Tools (2022)
https://www.unicef.org/reports/inclusive-education-monitoring-tools
Inclusive Teaching Toolkits and System Reform
- Facilitator Materials: Inclusive Education Workshops (CBM Global, 2023)
https://cbm-global.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Section-3-Workshop-facilitator-materials_FINAL.pdf - Inclusive Education Training Guide (CBM Global, 2021)
https://cbm-global.org/resource/inclusive-education-training-guide/ - Teacher Training Modules (Sightsavers)
https://www.sightsavers.org/guides/inclusive-teaching/ - UNESCO Teacher Resource Pack on Inclusion in Education (2022)
https://unesdoc.unesco.org/ark:/48223/pf0000382495
Mathematics and Literacy
- Mathematics Made Easy for Children with Visual Impairment (Overbrook/ICEVI/Nippon Foundation, 2019)
https://icevi.org/mathematics-made-easy/ - Paths to Literacy (Perkins School for the Blind)
https://www.pathstoliteracy.org - Tactile Literacy Initiative (Clovernook Center, 2020–ongoing)
https://www.clovernook.org/tactile-literacy
Transition Planning and Employment Preparation
- Career Education Toolkit for Students with Visual Impairments (Paths to Literacy)
https://www.pathstoliteracy.org/strategies/career-education-toolkit - Making It Work: Employment Support for Youth with Disabilities (ILO, 2023)
https://www.ilo.org/global/topics/disability-and-work/lang–en/index.htm
Women and Girls with Visual Impairments
- Gender and Disability Toolkit (UNICEF, 2022)
https://www.unicef.org/disabilities/gender - HerStory Campaign Toolkit (Light for the World, 2023)
https://www.light-for-the-world.org/publications/herstory-toolkit
Assistive Technology and Digital Accessibility
- EdTech for Learners With Hearing and Visual Impairments (EdTech Hub, 2024) [Stable Link]
https://docs.edtechhub.org/lib/KMCPWFW9 - Paths to Technology (Perkins) [Evergreen]
https://www.perkinselearning.org/technology - DAISY Consortium Accessible Publishing Resources [Evergreen]
https://daisy.org/accessibility-resources/ - Accessible Books Consortium (WIPO) [Evergreen]
https://www.accessiblebooksconsortium.org/portal/en/index.html
Early Childhood Intervention
- Global Report on Children with Developmental Disabilities (UNICEF, 2023) [Stable Link]
https://www.unicef.org/reports/global-report-on-children-with-developmental-disabilities-2023 - Learning Begins: Early Learning and Development Standards (UNICEF, 2020) [Stable Link]
https://www.unicef.org/documents/early-learning-and-development-standards
Family and Community Engagement
- Family Engagement for Students with Disabilities (U.S. Dept. of Ed, 2021) [Stable Link]
https://sites.ed.gov/idea/idea-files/family-engagement-framework/
Transition Planning and Employment Preparation
- Making It Work: Employment Support for Youth with Disabilities (ILO, 2023) [Stable Link]
https://www.ilo.org/global/topics/disability-and-work/lang–en/index.htm - Career Education Toolkit for Students with Visual Impairments (Paths to Literacy) [Evergreen]
https://www.pathstoliteracy.org/strategies/career-education-toolkit - Project Aspiro – Employment Toolkit (WBU & CNIB) [Evergreen]
https://www.projectaspiro.com/en/
Inclusive Assessment and Progress Monitoring
- Assessment Accommodations Guide (Perkins) [Evergreen]
https://www.perkinselearning.org/accessible-education/assessment-accommodations - UNICEF Inclusive Education Monitoring Tools (2022) [Stable Link]
https://www.unicef.org/reports/inclusive-education-monitoring-tools