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Inclusive Communities = Stronger Communities
GLOBAL REPORT ON ARTICLE 19: THE RIGHT TO LIVE AND BE INCLUDED IN THE COMMUNITY
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disabilities, to combat stereotypes, prejudices and harmful
practices relating to persons with disabilities, and to
promote awareness of the capabilities and contributions
of persons with disabilities.”
The general principle of full and effective participation and
inclusion in society means that major changes need to
occur in society “to facilitate full enjoyment by persons
with disabilities of the right to live in the community. This
means making our communities fully accessible and
welcoming of people who have intellectual disabilities and
their families. When communities are fully accessible
everyone benefits – not just people with disabilities and
their families. This means that individuals and families may
require direct supports, but also that there is
a range of accessible housing options
available and that people are guaranteed:
• Equal recognition before the law
(Article 12)
• Access to justice (Article 13)
• Liberty and security of the person
(Article 14)
• Freedom from torture or cruel,
inhuman or degrading treatment or
punishment (Article 15)
• Freedom from exploitation, violence and abuse
(Article 16)
• Protecting the integrity of the person (Article 17)
• Liberty of movement and nationality (Article 18)
• Personal mobility (Article 20)
• Freedom of expression and opinion, and access to
information (Article 21)
• Respect for privacy (Article 22)
• Respect for home and the family (Article 23)