By IDA

 - April 19, 2016

Map of IDA members - Americas: 230 orgs in 55 countries; Europe: 390 orgs in 50 countries; Africa: 227 orgs in 54 countries; MENA Region: 63 orgs in 22 countries; Asia: 88 orgs in 48 countries; Pacific Region: 163 orgs in 22 countries

Today, IDA has 14 members representing over 1100 national organizations of persons with disabilities (including from underrepresented groups) from 182 countries around the world.

In March 2016, IDA welcomed its two newest members. The African Disability Forum was recognised as a full member of the Alliance, having joined IDA as observers in October 2015.

The ASEAN Disability Forum joined the Alliance as observer members during IDA's Board meeting in Bangkok, and took part in the Bridge training and engagement with ESCAP's celebration of International Women's Day. ASEAN Disability Forum includes organizations of persons with disabilities in 11 countries across Southeast Asia.