Advancing the rights and development of children with disabilities

Childen with disabilities have the same rights as other children. The United Nations organised a meeting on 17 June to tell people about the importance of protectnig the rights of children with disabilities.

Children with disabilities are among the most stigmatized and excluded in society, often suffering marginalization within the family, community and at school. This often leads to poor health and education outcomes, a higher risk for violence, abuse and exploitation, further affecting their chances for participating in society.

To draw attention to this issue, an interactive panel discussion on the promotion and protection of the rights of children with disabilities was held at UN Headquarters on 17 June. Panelists and experts highlighted the importance of the promotion and protection of the rights and development of children with disabilities.

The event was convened by the delegation of the European Union to the UN along with the Permanent Mission of Uruguay, UNICEF and DESA. More information: http://www.un.org/disabilities/default.asp?id=1573 and http://www.unicef.org/protection/index_58970.html. 

Source: United Nations ENABLE Newsletter