On this, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the U.S. Embassy in Yerevan would like to recognize the achievements and contributions of Armenians with disabilities to create a more just and equal society. People with disabilities have contributed to Armenian society in numerous ways. They are parliamentarians, civil society leaders, teachers, lawyers, artists and world champion athletes. On the international stage, Armenians with disabilities have proudly showcased Armenian history and culture, and have shared how much they have been able to accomplish. The World Health Organization estimates that approximately 15 percent of the Armenian population has a disability.
The theme of this year’s annual celebration, first recognized by the United Nations in 1992, is “Transformation Towards Sustainable and Resilient Society for All.” Armenia, in its signature to the United Nations Convention of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals, has shown its support for the key principle...
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