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Action #3: Realising Nothing Without Us.

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The WFD continues to be the leading global authority for deaf people and sign languages. - The WFD has a robust presence at the UN and other important international forums Proactively promote the WFDs interpretation and analysis of human rights treaties as they pertain to deaf people Participate, with national and international partners, in UN Human Rights  Monitoring processes and post-review monitoring and implementation - Increase the number of deaf people on UN Treaty Bodies - Collaborating on tools and resources for national advocacy Ensuring the centering of deaf people in policies and practice Promoting best practices in economic, social and cultural and health policies for deaf people Ensuring deaf people are not left behind in humanitarian actions Addressing the impact of climate change and natural disasters on deaf communities