On March 02, 2023, in Dushanbe, a National consultation is being held with representatives of organizations of persons with disabilities and parents of children with disabilities within the framework of preparation of the Voluntary National Review (VNR) of the Republic of Tajikistan, which will reflect the country's efforts in achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and presented at the High Level Political Forum.
This National Consultation is driven by a shared vision of ensuring the rights of people with disabilities are fully respected, protected and fulfilled, and that all persons with disabilities can participate fully and equally in society, fulfilling the “Leaving No One Behind” commitment set out in the UN Agenda 2030 and reflected in the national strategic documents of the country.
Through the participation of representatives of organizations of persons with disabilities, parents of children with disabilities, ministries and departments, development partners, the National Consultation is intended to provide stakeholders with the necessary information and data on the measures taken in the field of providing an accessible environment, education and employment, social protection for people with disabilities and achieving the disability-inclusive SDGs.
Through the joint work of the participants of the National Consultation, the current problems and priorities facing the state will be outlined, the effectiveness of the implemented measures will be discussed, and the following directions and a set of measures to be implemented at the local and national level, taking into account the interests of people with disabilities.
The National Consultation is supported by UNDP in the Republic of Tajikistan, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Finland, and conducted jointly with the Secretariat of the National Development Council under the President of the RT and the PO “National Union of People with Disabilities of Tajikistan”.
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