[PDFlist] FW: [IDA_CRPD_Forum] Historical event at the CRPD - first expert with intellectual disability to chair a session of an international human rights body

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On 25 September, Mr. Robert Martin from New Zealand became the first expert with an intellectual (learning) disability to chair a working session of an international human rights body. While the news was already shared through social media by the First People of News Zealand (thanks to Alexia !!!!), the importance of this historic event needs to be further highlighted as it contributes to challenge the deep rooted prejudices which continue to prevent the full and effective participation of persons with intellectual disabilities, including in the work of UN bodies. It shows that respect for the right of every person with disability to benefit from reasonable accommodation can effectively contribute to the effective enjoyment of their right to full and meaningful participation as enshrined in the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

Here is the link to the Tweet: https://twitter.com/AlexiaBlack101/status/1044556481453064192?s=19
And the Facebook post: https://www.facebook.com/peoplefirstnz/photos/a.220707521451214/959488287573130/?type=3&theater

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Audrey RINALDI
Secretary a.i. of the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Groups in Focus Section
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Silvia Quan
International Disability Alliance
Senior Human Rights Advisor, Treaty Bodies Unit
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