INCLUSION
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For children with disabilities, inclusion in family, school, and community life is especially important. It supports their development, builds identity and belonging, and lays the foundation for long-term well-being.
There are over 5 million children with disabilities living in China. 75% of people with disabilities in China live in rural areas where services are limited and awareness is low. Without support, these children often struggle to access early diagnosis, rehabilitation, quality education, and social inclusion.
World Vision works with children with disabilities and their families in areas where services are less accessible. Our aim is to help communities become more inclusive by improving access to essential services and creating environments where every child can take part in daily life with confidence and dignity.
We work alongside local partners to provide rehabilitation, education, and social work support for children and families.
Improve service accessibility
We support caregivers with training and practical tools, and connect them with social services and parent groups that helps them to care for children with disabilities.
Empower caregivers and families
We support activities and awareness programs within communities to reduce stigma, foster participation and promote inclusiveness.
Raise awareness
Promote inclusive practices and policies
We partner with government agencies, schools, and social organizations to coordinate care, identify needs and improve service quality so that children with disabilities and families have access to essential services.
From Isolation to Inclusion: A Family’s Journey
At 4 a.m., while most are still asleep, Xinxin’s mother is already at work. She takes on early morning shifts so she can spend her days caring for her daughter—Xinxin, who was born with cerebral palsy.
Determined to give her daughter the best chance at life, Xinxin’s mother moved the family to another town in search of rehabilitation services, gradually using up their savings. Xinxin’s father worked odd jobs to support them, while her mother balanced caregiving with exhausting work hours. The financial strain was heavy, and some relatives questioned whether continuing treatment was sustainable. But her mother remained committed: “I will not give up on her,” she said, shielding Xinxin from discouraging conversations.
Before World Vision stepped in, the family had no proper equipment, no guidance, and little support. Xinxin’s mother built makeshift therapy tools from broom handles and old jeans. She taught herself rehabilitation techniques, doing everything she could to help her daughter sit, move, and grow stronger.
Everything began to change when they connected with World Vision’s disability inclusion project. Xinxin received a wheelchair, custom therapy equipment, and a renovated bathroom to support her daily needs. Her mother gained access to training, emotional support, and a network of other parents facing similar challenges.
Today, Xinxin can eat on her own, communicate her needs, and even do simple math. Her mother, once overwhelmed and isolated, now feels hopeful and proud of how far her daughter has come: “It was a difficult process, but I am happy to see Xinxin’s progress.”
Grateful for the support she received, Xinxin’s mother now looks out for others in her community. When she learned of a nearby family with two children living with disabilities, she helped connect them to World Vision. One of the boys, who is unable to move independently due to neuromuscular condition, now has a wheelchair and the freedom to go outside, allowing his mother to focus on caring for his younger sibling. For her, helping others is a way to pass on the care and hope that once lifted her own family.
She encourages other parents: “Although it is not easy, I hope parents do not give up. Our children can feel it if we care for them wholeheartedly.”
Xinxin enjoys a joyful moment at the playground with her mother and a World Vision staff member. With access to therapy, equipment, and caregiver training, Xinxin and her mother are gaining strength and confidence each day.
Why It Matters
Inclusion is not only about access — it’s about respect, participation, and belonging. When children with disabilities are included in community life, it strengthens families, schools, and entire communities. Every child has something to contribute — and every child benefits when inclusion becomes the norm.
How Can You Make a Difference
In many rural communities, children with disabilities face barriers to services that support their growth and participation. With the right support, these children – and their families – can access opportunities to live with confidence, dignity, and hope.
Expand access to quality rehabilitation
Your support helps children receive consistent, appropriate therapy and supports caregivers with training and knowledge to continue that care at home. It also strengthens local rehabilitation centres with essential tools and resources, especially in under-resourced areas.
Open up learning and livelihood pathways for youth
Your contribution supports vocation training programs that equip adolescents and youth with disabilities with practical skills to build independence and shape their own futures.
Improve safety and knowledge through education
Your contribution supports training for educators and care staff to deliver sex education tailored to children with disabilities – helping them to understand their bodies, set boundaries, and stay safe from harm.
Donate now to help build a more inclusive future for every child.
Every gift brings us closer to a world where no child is left behind.