Event
Realizing human rights for persons with disabilities: A global perspective
Monday, May 16, 2022 12:00to13:00
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The rights of persons with disabilities have been an object of concern for decades. Important advancements have been made towards the establishment and implementation of disability rights at international and national levels. Yet, numerous obstacles continue to exist for persons with disabilities globally.
This event will involve an engaged conversation about the advancements that have been made, the obstacles that continue to be faced, and pathways towards realizing disability rights. Presented by the School of Physical and Occupational Therapy (SPOT) Global Health Rehabilitation Initiative (GHRI).
Speakers:
- Martha Moreira, PhD, Analista de Gest茫o em Sa煤de da Funda莽茫o Oswaldo Cruz, Instituto Fernandes Figueira, Departamento de Ensino
- Keiko Shikako, PhD, Associated Professor & Canada Research Chair in Childhood Disabilities: Participation and Knowledge Translation, School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, 苹果淫院
- Sebastien Jodoin, PhD, Associate Professor & Canada Research Chair in Human Rights, Health, and the Environment, Faculty of Law, 苹果淫院
- Moderator:听Raphael Lencucha, PhD, Associate Professor, School of Physical and Occupational Therapy, 苹果淫院
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