"I Am Human Just Like You" is the title of a joint report by Human Rights Watch and the Human Rights Campaign in Iran, published on Wednesday. The report states that "people with disabilities in Iran have their rights violated and face discrimination." These two human rights organizations assert that individuals with disabilities should have equal access to facilities and rights in all areas, and they have called on Iranian authorities to provide conditions for an independent and standard life for these individuals. This 72-page report is based on interviews with 58 men and women with various disabilities in Iran, as well as specialists and activists in this field. It notes that "people with disabilities in Iran face serious challenges, and due to the inaccessibility of public services, their connection to society has been severed." Human Rights Watch and the Human Rights Campaign in Iran acknowledge that positive steps have been taken in recent years, including the ratification of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in 2009 and the establishment of a coordination and follow-up office for urban accessibility in 2015. However, they state that much work remains to be done; in a country where the population of people with disabilities is estimated to be at least 11 million, these individuals still fall short of the standards for a decent life.
"I Am Human Just Like You"; Criticism of the Situation of People with Disabilities in Iran
A report by Human Rights Watch and the Human Rights Campaign highlights the discrimination and rights violations faced by people with disabilities in Iran. It calls for equal rights and better living conditions for this marginalized group. This issue is significant as it reflects broader human rights challenges in Iran.
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📰 What Happened
A joint report by Human Rights Watch and the Human Rights Campaign highlights the discrimination faced by people with disabilities in Iran, calling for equal rights and better living conditions. The report is based on interviews with affected individuals and advocates.
- The report is based on interviews with 58 individuals with disabilities and specialists.
- Iran has an estimated population of at least 11 million people with disabilities.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
People with disabilities in Iran face significant barriers to accessing services and participating in society, reflecting broader human rights challenges in the country.
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