Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and Optional Protocol

The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is a groundbreaking international human rights instrument that protects the rights and dignity of individuals with disabilities.

This comprehensive treaty, adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 2006, requires parties to promote, protect, and ensure full enjoyment of human rights by persons with disabilities.

With 154 signatories and 125 parties as of October 2012, including the European Union, this Convention is a crucial step towards creating a more inclusive and equitable society.

As the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities monitors the implementation of the Convention, it is essential for governments, organizations, and individuals to work together to ensure its full realization.

Join us in promoting the rights of persons with disabilities and creating a world where everyone can live with dignity and equality.