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Article 24: Education<br />

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States Parties recognize <strong>the</strong> right of persons with disabilities to<br />

education.<br />

States Parties shall ensure an <strong>in</strong>clusive education system at all<br />

levels, and life-long learn<strong>in</strong>g, directed to:<br />

(a) The full development of <strong>the</strong> human potential and sense of<br />

dignity and self worth, and <strong>the</strong> streng<strong>the</strong>n<strong>in</strong>g of respect for<br />

human rights, fundamental freedoms and human diversity;<br />

(b) The development by persons with disabilities of <strong>the</strong>ir<br />

personality, talents and creativity, as well as <strong>the</strong>ir mental and<br />

physical abilities, to <strong>the</strong>ir fullest potential;<br />

(c) Enabl<strong>in</strong>g persons with disabilities to participate effectively<br />

<strong>in</strong> a free society.<br />

United National <strong>Disability</strong> Law, Education

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