Biwako Millennium Framework (BMF)
2003 - 2012

Biwako Plus 5
2007 - 2012

Biwako Millennium Framework for Action towards an inclusive, Barrier-Free and Right-Based Society for Persons with Disabilities in Asia and Pacific

“ Disability-inclusive disaster management should be promoted. Disability perspectives should be duly included in the implementation of policies and initiatives in this area, including the Hyogo Framework for Action 2005-2015, an international framework for promoting the commitment of Governments to disaster management. Universal design concept should be integrated into infrastructure development in disaster-preparedness and post-disaster reconstruction activities.”

(Strategy 23: Biwako Millennium Framework Plus Five, 2007)