Early childhood development strategy for the world's children with disabilities

Early childhood is foundational for optimal and inclusive lifelong learning, health and well-being. Young children with disabilities face substantial risks of sub-optimal early childhood development, requiring targeted support to ensure equitable access to lifelong learning opportunities, especially in low- and middle-income countries.

Citation:
Olusanya BO, Wright SM, Smythe T, ……. Brinkman SA, Almasri NA, et al. Early childhood development strategy for the world's children with disabilities. Front Public Health. 2024;12:1390107.

Keywords:
Sustainable Development Goals; developmental disabilities; early childhood development; global strategy; inclusive education; nurturing care framework; school readiness; twin track approach

Abstract:
Early childhood is foundational for optimal and inclusive lifelong learning, health and well-being. Young children with disabilities face substantial risks of sub-optimal early childhood development, requiring targeted support to ensure equitable access to lifelong learning opportunities, especially in low- and middle-income countries.