European Commission adopts new strategy for rights of people with disabilities

29th of March 2021
European Commission adopts new strategy for rights of people with disabilities

The European Commission has adopted a new Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030, contributing to Principle 17 of the European Pillar of Social Rights - reports EFCI.

The new strategy builds on its predecessor, the European Disability Strategy 2010-2020, and sets out key initiatives to be implemented in the next 10 years around three main themes:

• EU rights: by the end of 2023 the European Commission will propose a European Disability Card for all EU countries in order to facilitate mutual recognition of disability status between Member States, helping disabled people enjoy their right of free movement. The Commission will also work closely with Member States to ensure the participation of persons with disabilities in the electoral process in 2023

• Independent living and autonomy: the Commission will develop guidance and launch an initiative to improve social services for persons with disabilities

• Non-discrimination and equal opportunities: the strategy aims to protect persons with disabilities from any form of discrimination and violence, ensure equal opportunities in and access to justice, education, culture, sport and tourism and to all health services and employment.

 

 

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