824th Meeting, 34th session, Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD).


Consideration of Pakistan (cont'd).

The Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) is the body of independent experts which monitors implementation of the Convention by the States parties.

Worldwide, there are an estimated one billion people with disabilities. Through its engagement and cooperation with States parties, the Committee promotes inclusion, advocates for the human rights of all persons with disabilities, and provides recommendations to support the implementation of the provisions enshrined in the Convention.

Location: Av. de la Paix 8-14, 1211 Genève, Switzerland

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