 Today, IOM celebrates the International Day of Persons with Disabilities and the encouraging progress that has been made over the past year to advance disability rights around the world. In June, the United Nations Secretary General endorsed the United Nations Disability Inclusion Strategy, which calls on the UN system to accelerate change on disability inclusion. And just a few weeks ago, the Interagency Standing Committee launched guidelines on the inclusion of persons with disabilities in humanitarian action. These are the first humanitarian guidelines to be developed with and by persons with disabilities and their representative organizations in collaboration with traditional humanitarian stakeholders. So what does this mean for IOM? The data shows us that persons with disabilities are among the most marginalized people in crisis-affected communities and are disproportionately affected by conflict and emergencies. Therefore, we have an obligation to address their unique needs in our own work. In South Sudan, IOM consults with persons with disabilities to find ways we can improve their access to humanitarian services. In Ukraine, IOM tackles stigma and discrimination through inclusive sports programming. And in Bangladesh, IOM works with a local organization of persons with disabilities to train our staff on identifying and responding to the needs of refugees with disabilities. And IOM's obligations are not only towards people on the move. We will also stand firmly beside our staff with disabilities. Guided by the UN Disability Inclusion Strategy, IOM is taking concrete steps towards improving the recruitment and retention of persons with disabilities. We believe that it is crucial to listen to their voices because it is through their unique experiences and insights that we will be able to create a more inclusive workplace. Today and every day, IOM is committed to ensuring persons with disabilities have equal access to services and opportunities to participate meaningfully in the design, implementation and assessment of our operations. It is clear that we have a long road ahead of us. But we will continue to move forward with the energy and commitment it takes to make a real difference. Thank you.