Principles, rights and themes

Convention Timeline◦ Adoption by the United Nations General Assembly - 13

Dec 2006◦ Opened for signature - 30 March 2007◦ Australia signs - July 2008

 

Purpose of ConventionTo promote, protect and ensure the full and equal

enjoyment of all human rights and fundamental freedoms by all persons with disabilities, and to promote respect for their inherent dignity

Background to the Convention

Key principles in the Convention• Respect for inherent dignity and the freedom to make

one’s own choices• Respect for difference as part of human diversity • Full and effective participation and inclusion in society

 Key principles in DFD

• The strong and central involvement of people with disabilities, families and carers in advising and leading developments

• Commitment to human rights• Ongoing conversations with all stakeholders and other

interested people.• A reflexive process which tracks progress and responds

to change.

Synergies: Principles

Rights in the Convention Life, liberty and security of the person Freedom from torture, exploitation, violence and abuse Physical and mental integrity Equality before the law Freedom of movement and nationality Living independently and being included in the

community Freedom of expression and opinion Home and family life Education Health Work Adequate standard of living Participation in political, public and cultural life

Synergies: Rights

Personalised supports and services incorporates the Convention’s rights to:

Physical and mental integrity Living independently and being included in the community Home and family life Full inclusion in decision making

Participation and contribution in all aspects of life incorporates: Education Health Work Participation in political, public and cultural life

Economic and community foundations incorporates: Living independently and being included in the community Home and family life Adequate standard of living

Rights in Disability Future Directions

‘Nothing about us without us’ This applies to:

◦ The planning and delivery of services◦ Relationships between policy makers, service providers,

people with disabilities, their families, friends and carers◦ Internal relationships in government and non-government

organisations

A key theme uniting the Convention and Disability Future Directions

The move to a citizen-centric approach implies an interactive approach, moving beyond the old “top down”/ “bottom up” distinction

How can it be made effective, honest and accountable?

For consideration