UN Convention on the Rights of the Child
United Nations (1989)
The UNCRC is a legally-binding international agreement setting out the civil, political, economic, social and cultural rights of every child, regardless of their race, religion or abilities. It is the pillar legal instrument that enshrines the basic rights of all children, including those with disabilities.
UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
United Nations (2006)
The UNCRPD is a legally-binding international agreement that promotes, protects and ensures the full and equal enjoyment of all human rights and fundamental freedoms by all persons with disabilities, and promotes respect for their inherent dignity. It is the pillar legal instrument that enshrines the basic rights of persons with disabilities.
A Decade of Breakthroughs for Disability Rights, video access here.
Open Society Foundations (2016)
This five-minute video looks at the importance of the UNCRPD and considers its global impact 10 years after its development.
It’s About Ability: Learning Guide on the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
UNICEF (2009)
This publication explains the UNCRPD to children. Its main purpose is to empower children, with and without disabilities, to play their part in challenging discrimination and promoting the Convention's principles.
General comment No. 9 (2006): The rights of children with disabilities
UN Committee on the Rights of the Child (2006)
This document explores the rights of children with disabilities outlined in the UNCRC and provides guidance on the interpretation and implementation of these rights.
General comment No. 5 (2017): Living Independently and Being Included in the Community
UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (2017)
This document explores the rights of persons with disabilities outlined in the UNCRPD specifically as they relate to independent living and community inclusion, and provides guidance on interpretation and implementation of these rights.
UN Guidelines for the Alternative Care of Children
United Nations (2009)
The UNGACC seek to ensure that children do not find themselves in out-of-home care unnecessarily and that the type and quality of out-of-home care provided are appropriate to the rights and specific needs of the child, including children with disabilities. The Guidelines are intended to enhance the implementation of the UNCRC.
World Health Assembly, 66. (2013). Disability
WHO (2013)
This document outlines the World Health Assembly’s call for action to member states to advance the rights and wellbeing of people with disabilities.
Access here
National Action Plan for Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities 2018-2022
CAP Liberia (2017)
The National Action Plan for the Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities comprises a nation-wide approach to improving the lives of people with disabilities, aiming to realize Liberia’s commitment to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons Living with Disabilities by promoting an inclusive society where people with disabilities can reach their full potential and participate in the everyday life of the community. The plan outlines the roles and responsibilities of relevant actors, expected funding requirements, and monitoring and evaluation considerations.