Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
| Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities | |
|---|---|
| Signed | 30 March 2007 |
| Location | New York, United States |
| Condition | Ratification by 20 states |
| Signatories | 92 |
| Parties | 93 (as of August 2021) |
| Languages | Arabic, Chinese, English, French, Russian, Spanish |
| Full text | |
 Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities at Wikisource | |
The Optional Protocol to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities is an international treaty that serves as a supplement to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). It was adopted on 30 March 2007 in New York, United States. The Optional Protocol aims to strengthen the implementation and monitoring of the CRPD by establishing additional procedures for individuals to bring complaints regarding violations of their rights under the Convention.
Background[edit | edit source]
The Optional Protocol was developed in response to the need for a mechanism to enforce the rights outlined in the CRPD. It provides an avenue for individuals or groups to submit complaints to the Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities if they believe their rights under the Convention have been violated by a state party.
Provisions[edit | edit source]
The Optional Protocol outlines the procedures for submitting complaints, the role of the Committee in reviewing complaints, and the potential outcomes of the complaint process. It also allows for inquiries into systematic violations of the rights enshrined in the CRPD.
Ratification and Implementation[edit | edit source]
As of August 2021, the Optional Protocol has been signed by 92 countries and has 93 state parties. The Protocol entered into force upon ratification by 20 states. Signatories are encouraged to incorporate the provisions of the Optional Protocol into their domestic legal frameworks to ensure the protection and promotion of the rights of persons with disabilities.
Impact[edit | edit source]
The Optional Protocol has played a significant role in advancing the rights of persons with disabilities globally. It has provided a platform for individuals to seek redress for violations of their rights and has contributed to the increased awareness and implementation of the CRPD.
See also[edit | edit source]
- Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
- Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
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