This content aligns with Goal 3: Good Health by emphasizing the importance of overcoming barriers to ensure equitable access to health and well-being for individuals with various impairments, thus promoting inclusive participation in society. It also supports Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by advocating for the development and implementation of digital and assistive technologies that empower people with disabilities, ensuring they have equal opportunities and resources. The call for disability-inclusive policies during the recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic further underscores the commitment to achieving social inclusion and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, ensuring that no one is left behind.

This content aligns with Goal 3: Good Health by advocating for a deeper understanding of neurodevelopmental conditions, such as Down syndrome, through a process-based approach that recognizes the dynamic and interdependent nature of development. By shifting the focus from static classifications to understanding the interactions and processes that contribute to neurodiversity, the paper promotes better health outcomes through more effective interventions and support strategies for individuals with these conditions. Additionally, it supports Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by addressing the limitations of traditional research methods, which can marginalize the experiences of neurodiverse individuals, and by advocating for inclusive research practices that consider diverse perspectives and promote equity in the understanding and treatment of neurodevelopmental conditions.

India alone accounts for around 40% of burden of LF that is a major cause of disability. The authors in this paper propose a few strategies that can assist in creating a robust framework ensuring that the individuals with LF-related disabilities can utilize the provisions made under various schemes, fostering inclusivity and thereby paving the way for improved quality of life

This study analyses the linguistic and metalinguistic abilities of individuals with Prader–Willi syndrome (PWS).

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This content aligns with Goal 3: Good Health and Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities by recognizing the unique challenges faced by families of children with disabilities during the pandemic and exploring positive outcomes that can enhance their resilience and well-being. By shifting the focus to strengthening family systems, the study promotes better mental health and support mechanisms for these families, ultimately contributing to improved health outcomes and reducing disparities. This approach encourages a more holistic understanding of the pandemic's impact, fostering equity and inclusion for families navigating post-pandemic challenges.

This year’s RELX SDG Inspiration Day will bring together global AI leaders, corporate representatives, investors, government, and NGOs to explore issues, gain practical insights and be inspired to take action in support of the Global Goals. Elsevier is proud to share this special collection of articles and chapters in celebration of this event.

Objectives: Lack of ethnic diversity in trials may contribute to health disparities and to inequity in health outcomes.