In a message on the occasion of the event, published on the official website of the Presidency of the Republic, Head of State Sergio Mattarella emphasized that this initiative stimulates reflection on “the state of implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.” “
The President described Expo AID 2023 as “a useful tool to give a voice to many women and men who ask to be able to live, study, work and travel in conditions of equality and equality, with the same freedom and dignity that recognized by universality.” Declaration of human rights in every individual, from birth.”
The principles contained in the above-mentioned UN Convention “represent milestones and integral elements of national law,” he explained, “in accordance with our Constitution, the equality, inclusion and full enjoyment of the fundamental rights of all people, regardless of their Condition, promotes.”, he emphasized.
However, he acknowledged that “the affirmation of principles alone is not sufficient to remove the obstacles, even cultural, that continue to hinder the full enjoyment of these rights.”
In this sense, “a collective effort is needed in which institutions direct a change in which everyone must be a protagonist.” There is a need for sufficient financial resources as well as awareness-raising and training measures, especially for young people, on the issues of disability, non-discrimination and inclusion. “
This event was promoted by the Italian Minister of Disability, Alessandra Locatelli, in collaboration with the National Observatory for the Condition of People with Long-Term Physical, Mental, Intellectual or Sensory Disabilities and included seminars and sports and leisure activities.
It was supported and present by national organizations related to this issue, including Allegro Moderato, Sociedad Cooperativa de Arte y Libro, Assomúsica, Cooperativa Centro 21, Club Alpino Italiano, Cooperativa Nuevo Horizonte and the Growing Together association.
The main topics discussed at the forum included health and social well-being, treatment of neurodevelopmental disorders, labor market integration and the general accessibility of sport, culture and tourism for the benefit of people with disabilities.
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