With the goal of raising awareness about persons with disabilities, the European Parliament organises Disability Rights Week from the 27th of November till the 4th of December 2023.
The European Disability Week saw a number of events held with the purpose of educating on how persons with disabilities are able to independently live, while being part of society.
A number of parliamentary committees hosted events as contribution to the discussion.
Events at Disability Rights Week
- 28th November – Development Committee discusses access to education and training in developing countries.
- 29th November – Petitions Committee host their annual workshop on rights of persons with disabilities.
- 29th November – Joint hearing between Women’s Rights and Gender Equality Committee on “Harmful practices in the EU towards women and girls with disabilities”.
- 30th November – Transport Committee talk through barriers that persons with disabilities could face when working in transport and tourism.
Coming up: - 4th December – The members of the national participants meet to discuss the participation of persons with disabilities during electoral processes.
Dragoș Pîslaru, Chair of the Employment and Social Affairs Committee, says “Europeans with a disability must be able to enjoy the human rights and fundamental freedoms granted to them under the UN CRPD and fully participate in the civil, political, economic, social and cultural life of their communities. Next week, we will discuss this with several parties and with organisations representing persons with disabilities, following the core principle ‘Nothing about us without us’.”
European Parliament Bureau History
The European Parliament Bureau strives to enhance both digital and physical accessibility, prioritizing inclusive buildings through project renovations.
Digital content, such as websites and documents, is designed for equal access, improving digital accessibility overall.
The Parliament’s efforts to boost the employment of persons with disabilities contribute to expanding inclusivity in the organization.
In conclusion, the European Parliament’s Disability Rights Week serves as a crucial platform for fostering awareness and dialogue.
The ongoing commitment to enhancing accessibility, both digital and physical, follows the Parliament’s dedication to inclusivity and fundamental rights for persons with disabilities.