It is important to know about the CRPD and what your rights are. Below is some general information about the UN CRPD. It is not definitive or a form of legal advice.

Article 10 – Right to Life

Article 12 – Equal Recognition Before the Law

Article 14 – Liberty and Security of Person

Article 15 – Freedom from torture or cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or                                         punishment

Article 17 – Protecting the integrity of the person

Article 19 – Living independently and being included in the community

Article 20 – Personal mobility

Article 23 – Respect for home and the family

Article 25 – Health

Article 26 – Habilitation and rehabilitation

Article 27 – Work and employment

Article 28 – Adequate standard of living and social protection

Article 29 – Participation in political and public life

Article 30 – Participation in cultural life, recreation, leisure and sport