The right of persons with disabilities to participate in decision-making 2016, para. 83
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Paragraph text
States parties to international and regional human rights instruments have an obligation to ensure that their domestic legislation is consistent with international standards. The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities requires States to adopt all the appropriate legislative measures to implement the human rights and fundamental freedoms of persons with disabilities, and to repeal any inconsistent legislation. Therefore, States should undertake a holistic review of the adequacy of their existing legislation, in view of their obligations under the Convention. During this process, States must closely consult with and actively involve persons with disabilities through their representative organizations.
Legal status
Non-negotiated soft law
Body
Special Rapporteur on the rights of persons with disabilities
Document type
Special Procedures' report
Means of adoption
N.A.
Topic(s)
Equality & Inclusion
Governance & Rule of Law
Health
Person(s) affected
Persons with disabilities
Year
2016
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
SR Disability, Report to the HRC (2016), A/HRC/31/62, para. 83.