Know Your Right

Health is not the only right!

Everyone has the right to be treated fairly and with respect. No one should face exclusion, unequal treatment, or barriers because of their disability.

Source: CRPD Article 5

People with disabilities must be included in emergency planning and response efforts. This includes disasters, conflicts, and humanitarian crises.

Source: CRPD Article 11

No one should lose their freedom because of a disability. Everyone has the right to personal safety, protection, and equal treatment under the law.

Source: CRPD Article 14

Everyone has the right to make choices about their own body and mind. Personal dignity, autonomy, and identity should always be respected.

Source: CRPD Article 17

People should have access to mobility aids, assistive technologies, and support that help them move safely and independently.

Source: CRPD Article 20

People with disabilities have the right to form relationships, marry, raise children, and enjoy family life on an equal basis with others.

Source: CRPD Article 23

Support services should help people develop skills, increase independence, and participate fully in society throughout their lives.

Source: CRPD Article 26

People with disabilities should have the opportunity to vote, participate in decision-making, and contribute to public life without barriers.

Source: CRPD Article 29

Buildings, transportation, information, and services should be accessible to everyone. When needed, reasonable adjustments should be provided to ensure equal participation.

Source: CRPD Articles 9 & 2

People with disabilities have the right to make decisions about their own lives. They should be recognized and respected as equal persons before the law.

Source: CRPD Article 12

Every person has the right to be treated with dignity and respect. No one should be subjected to torture, abuse, neglect, or any form of treatment that causes physical or emotional harm.

Source: CRPD Article 15

People with disabilities have the right to travel freely, choose where they live, and obtain identity and citizenship documents without discrimination.

Source: CRPD Article 18

Everyone has the right to share ideas, express opinions, and receive information. Information should be available in accessible formats for all.

Source: CRPD Article 21

Every person deserves access to inclusive and quality education. Learning environments should support participation, growth, and equal opportunities.

Source: CRPD Article 24

Everyone deserves equal opportunities to find and keep meaningful work. Workplaces should be inclusive, accessible, and free from discrimination.

Source: CRPD Article 27

Everyone should be able to enjoy cultural activities, recreation, sports, and leisure opportunities in accessible and inclusive environments.

Source: CRPD Article 30

Every person has the right to live with dignity, safety, and equal protection. Disability should never diminish the value of a person’s life.

Source: CRPD Article 10

Everyone should be able to seek justice and use legal services without barriers. Support and accommodations should be available when needed.

Source: CRPD Article 13

People with disabilities have the right to live free from violence, abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Protection and support should always be available.

Source: CRPD Article 16

Everyone should have the freedom to decide where and how they live. Communities should be inclusive and provide opportunities for meaningful participation.

Source: CRPD Article 19

Personal information, communications, and private life should be protected. Everyone deserves privacy and confidentiality without discrimination.

Source: CRPD Article 22

People with disabilities have the right to healthcare that is accessible, affordable, and respectful. Health services should meet their individual needs.

Source: CRPD Article 25

Everyone has the right to an adequate quality of life, including housing, food, clean water, and social support when needed.

Source: CRPD Article 28

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