The right of persons with disabilities to participate in decision-making 2016, para. 77
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New information and communications technologies, particularly the Internet, can significantly enhance the participation of persons with disabilities in public decision-making processes. There is a growing awareness of the role of the Internet in broadening the concept of "online citizenship", especially through e-government and e-democracy initiatives. States should increase their efforts to reduce the access gap in the use of the Internet and other information and communications technologies, while ensuring full accessibility. Electronic participation should not prevent States from providing other forms of participation and consultation.
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
Person(s) affected
Persons with disabilities
Year
2016
Paragraph type
Other
Reference
SR Disability, Report to the HRC (2016), A/HRC/31/62, para. 77.