“Development and participation of people with disabilities” joint event was organized in Orkhon province

Orkhon province has announced a four-month “Respect for Gender-Based Human Rights” campaign, one of which is the “Development and Participation of People with Disabilities” campaign. In particular, a plan was adopted and implemented to ensure the rights of people with disabilities, increase their participation, improve their living and working conditions, and increase public awareness and understanding of people with disabilities.

In collaboration with the Ministry of Labour and Social Protection, a joint event on “Development and Participation of People with Disabilities” was organized on April 20 to close the campaign.

The event was attended by more than 450 people, including representatives of governmental and non-governmental organizations of Orkhon province and more than 80 representatives of people with disabilities. S.Tungalagtamir, Head of the Population Development Policy Implementation Coordination Department, made a presentation on “State policies and activities to ensure the rights of people with disabilities” and B.Boloroo, Specialist in charge of Legislation and Social Participation of People with Disabilities Training on Disability and Equality was organized.

The event also featured a report on “Implementation of activities to support people with disabilities in Orkhon province”, a documentary program “Open the Curtain”, “Equal Opportunities” to increase equal access to education, and a “Personal Assistance Service” in cooperation with the Center for Independent Living. project introduction provided information.

In addition, an exhibition of products made by people with disabilities was organized to introduce the activities of governmental and non-governmental organizations working in the social sphere.