- Making it Work (MIW) is a global multi-stakeholder initiative supporting the effective implementation of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).
- Source is an international information support center designed to strengthen the management, use and impact of information on health and disability.
- The U.S. Campaign to Ban Landmines and Cluster Bombs, currently coordinated by Handicap International, is a coalition of thousands of people and U.S. non-governmental organizations working to convince the U.S. government to join the 1997 Mine Ban Treaty and the 2008 Convention on Cluster Munitions.
Who We Are
Our awards
Numerous organizations have recognized Handicap International's dedication to working in situations of poverty and exclusion, conflict and disaster. Our impact on international landmine policy and education has garnered particular attention.
The 2011 Conrad N. Hilton Humanitarian Prize
For our work in assisting people with disabilities in situations of poverty, exclusion, conflict and disaster.
The 1997 Nobel Peace Prize
For campaign success with our partners at the International Campaign to Ban Landmines in gathering 123 country signatures for the 1997 Ottawa Mine Ban Treaty, Handicap International shared the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize as part of the International Campaign to Ban Landmines. This treaty banned the deployment, stockpiling, production and sale of anti-personnel mines, and ensured their destruction.
The 1996 United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) Nansen Medal
For our service to refugees as well as our contributions to the elimination of landmines.