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EventInternational Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD)
Date Observed3 December (Annually)
2025 Theme"Fostering disability inclusive societies for advancing social progress"
ObjectivePromote awareness, dignity, and equal opportunities for persons with disabilities.
Global CommitmentsRenewed focus on just, equitable, and sustainable world for all.
Challenges FacedHigher poverty levels, employment discrimination, uneven social protection, lack of dignified care.
UN Social Development PillarsPoverty eradication, decent work & employment, social integration.
UN Disability Inclusion Strategy (UNDIS)Launched in 2019, ensures disability rights in UN missions, programs, and policies.
2025 UNDIS ReportSixth system-wide report reviews progress (2019-2024).
Secretary-General's RecommendationsAccountability, participation in decision-making, visibility of disability concerns.
Benefits of InclusionExpands labor markets, reduces poverty, strengthens social harmony, legitimizes governments.
Commemorative EventVirtual event (10:00-11:30 a.m. EST, UN HQ, New York).
Event HighlightsDoha Political Declaration, success stories, future challenges.
Key Requirements for InclusionAccessible education, inclusive labor markets, effective social protection, respectful care systems.

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