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Disability rights threatened by bad working conditions for carers: independent expert

Disability rights threatened by bad working conditions for carers: independent expert

Aug 16, 2023, at 12:00 am

New York: Discussions about the “future of care in the 21st century” must prioritize working conditions and career opportunities – or else disability rights will be in jeopardy, a UN-appointed independent rights expert warned on Monday.

Recognize and protect rights of persons with disabilities, UN chief urges, marking International Day

Recognize and protect rights of persons with disabilities, UN chief urges, marking International Day

Dec 04, 2020, at 09:13 pm

New York: The United Nations is commemorating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, on Thursday, calling for greater inclusion for persons with disabilities, and recognizing and protecting their human rights.

New guidelines aim to dismantle barriers blocking people with disabilities from access to justice

New guidelines aim to dismantle barriers blocking people with disabilities from access to justice

Aug 29, 2020, at 10:01 pm

New York: The first-ever guidelines on access to justice for people with disabilities are an “indispensable contribution” towards ensuring justice for all, UN human rights experts said on Friday.

Persons with disabilities bike towards sustainability

Persons with disabilities bike towards sustainability

Dec 04, 2018, at 09:09 am

New York, Dec 4 (IBNS): People with disabilities in Ukraine are contributing to the development of a network of environmentally friendly bicycle routes which are helping to protect unique local landscapes.