United nations (UN) set aside 3rd December every year to mark the international day of persons with disabilities. The annual observance of the international day of persons with disabilities was proclaimed in 1992 by united nations General Assembly resolution A/RES/ 47/3. It was originally called "international day of disabled persons" until 2007, when it was changed to "international day of persons with disabilities". This global anniversary has been celebrated and promoted by the united nations (UN) and governments around the world since 1992. It aims to promote the rights and well- being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society and development, and to increase awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life. Building on many decades of united nations (UN) work in the field of disability, the convention on the rights of persons with disabilities (CRPD), adopted in 2016, has further advanced the rights and well- being of persons with disabilities in the implementation of the 2030 Agenda for sustainable development and other international frameworks.
This day is recognized for the celebration of the achievements of people living with disabilities across the world.. It is also a day upon which we promote awareness of the challenges faced by over 1billion people living with disabilities, and the role communities and societies play in accelerating the eradication of barriers to social inclusion, equity, participation and citizenship. Each year the day focuses on a different issue. It has been celebrated with varying degrees of success around the world. The observance of the day aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well- being of persons with disabilities. It also seek to increase awareness of gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life. This year 2021 theme is " Fighting for rights in the post covid era". People living with disabilities faces many challenges and problems, and these challenges and problems are encountered by the different disabilities clusters, which include stigmatization, discrimination, isolation, negligent treatment and non-inclusion in social , economic, political and social spheres of society. Government at all levels must ensure effective and appropriate measures to promote respect and protect the rights of persons with disabilities. The need to dismantle stereotypes, promote public awareness and advancing for the recognition of disability rights, inclusion and participation of persons with disabilities in all areas including governance should be at the front burner of government policy decisions. Ending violence against women and girls with disabilities and the inclusion and participation of youth with disabilities in leadership roles should be encouraged and take the centre stage.
All over the world people living with disabilities are faced with daunting challenges and most at times these vulnerable group of people are marginalized as a result of their physical disabilities. Persons with disabilities face discrimination in spheres such as education, employment, health services and political participation. Due to the discriminatory laws, policies and social norms, they are more likely to experience negative socio- economic outcomes than persons without disabilities. Studies have shown that 90% of children with disabilities in developing countries do not attend school. This is very alarming and a great setback to children with disabilities in poor countries of the world. We need to act now and fast to change the trend. According to UNICEF, nearly 240millon children with disabilities are at risk, with unequal access to basic facilities, and covid-19 is exacerbating the challenges. This international day of persons with disabilities and every day, let's ensure that children with disabilities are included in all decisions that affect their lives. "NO ONE SHOULD BE LEFT BEHIND".
According to united nations (UN) covid-19 has left strongest mark on people with disabilities. People who live with disabilities are among the most vulnerable and affected populations amid the covid-19 pandemic. Around 46% of older people (60 years and above) suffer with some disabilities. About 80% of 1billion population with disabilities live in developing country. 15% of the world's population live with some form of disability. Let's create an inclusive and accessible world for all. Let us increase awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social,economic and cultural life. I picked a quote from the united nations (UN) Secretary - General, Antonio Guterres in his message on the international day of persons with disabilities (UN 2017) he admonished us all " to remove physical and cultural barriers, build resilient societies and create opportunities that truly leaves no one behind". In his message to mark the international day of persons with disabilities 2021 he said "A disability inclusive pandemic response and recovery should be guided by persons with disabilities themselves, forge partnerships, tackle injustice and discrimination, expand access to technology and strengthen institutions to create a more inclusive, accessible and sustainable post covid 19 world.
In conclusion, some of the terms we need to observe and be Conversance with includes by using the term " Persons with disabilities ", the convention on the rights of persons with disabilities puts the person and not the condition first, reminding us that disability is not a " one size fits all". When speaking to someone with disability use "Person-first" language rather than terms that deemed offensive, outdated and inappropriate. "Person with disability" NOT "The disabled" "handicapped", dumb/deaf - mute". " Person with an intellectual disability " NOT " mentally retarded". "Person with a mental disability" NOT "mad" or "crazy". " Person who uses a wheelchair" NOT "confined to a wheelchair". All in all, governments and global leaders must take action and develop social inclusion policies and frameworks that promotes disability inclusion, rights, social integration, accessibility, empowerment and disability mainstreaming in all policy decisions of government for the benefits of people living with disabilities for an all inclusive society.
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BRIEF PERSONAL PROFILE OF ENOBONG EKWERE - SOCIAL ACTIVIST/ DEVELOPMENT EXPERT IN NIGERIA.
Comrade Enobong Ekwere is a social influencer, blogger, vlogger, environmental/ human rights activist, peace practitioner, grassroot social mobilizer, SDGs advocate and a global citizen. Enobong Ekwere also have vast knowledge and professional expertise in copy writing, content creation, online and offline media campaigning. He is the program manager of children and young people living for peace (CYPLP), an organic, volunteer of experts, youth focused and a think-tank non-governmental organization based in Kaduna state, Nigeria. A Higher National Diploma (HND) graduate of Public Administration (Upper Credit) from the Federal Polytechnic, Bida, Niger State, Nigeria. Enobong Ekwere holds a proficiency certificate in management from the Nigerian Institute of Management, Chartered (NIM) Lagos, Nigeria. He is also a graduate member of the institute (Associate member in view). He works with young people in local communities across Nigeria localizing the sustainable development goals (SDGs) (SDG16+ SDG4 and SDG5 in particular) and positive peace frameworks in Nigeria, accelerating action online and offline, engaging duty bearers and policy makers to be accountable for it's implementation by 2030. He is a strong advocate of peace, good governance and democracy, accountability in government, freedom of information, freedom of expression, access to information, free press, social justice and social inclusion. As a youth advocate and a global leader who loves to see social reforms in the society, he uses his personalized blog to write compelling stories on developmental and topical issues on national and global concern that shapes and transform people's lives and impact the larger society for knowledge transfer and lifelong learning. He engages in community service and volunteerism, community outreach, social mobilization and advocacy tours to hard to reach local communities in Nigeria advocating and advancing the cause of the SDGs (SDG16+ SDG4 and SDG5 in particular) so that no community and youth in Kaduna state and Nigeria at large would be left behind. CYPLP as an organization works primarily in serving vulnerable population of children, youth, elderly persons, people living with disabilities (PLWD's) and women in unserved, underserved, underrepresented and marginalized local communities in Nigeria.
My areas of competence in peace education and peace building process includes;
1. Conflict mapping, sensitivity and analysis
2. Negotiation, mediation and reconciliation
3. Interreligious and intercultural dialogue
4. Protection of civilians
5. Disarmament, demobilization and reintegration (DDR)
6. Security sector reforms (SSR)
7. Mainstreaming gender in peace keeping
8. Mainstreaming gender in peace and state building
9. Crisis management/resolution
10. Media and conflict
11. Conflict and natural resources
12. Conflict prevention
13. Peace support operations (PSOs)
14. Post- conflict reconstruction and development
15. Humanitarian action
16. Transnational organized crime
17. Piracy and maritime security
18. Preventing violent extremism (PVE) etc.
Enobong Ekwere has an extensive professional working experience in projects such as;
1. PRELT (Prevention of radicalization and extremism leading to terrorism)
2. BRAVE (Building resilience against violent extremism)
3. iDOVE (Interfaith dialogue on violent extremism) in local communities across Kaduna state and Nigeria at large.
I have initiated two projects to counter religious and violent extremism among the youths in local communities in Nigeria, and one empowerment program, these are;
1. CAARE ( Countering Attitudes Against Religious Extremism)
2. CAAVE (Countering Attitudes Against Violent Extremism)
3. NEET (Not in Education, Empowerment or Training) an empowerment training program aimed at training vulnerable population of young people in local communities in Nigeria with leadership skills, entrepreneurial and vocational skills acquisition.
He can be reached via:
Tel/WhatsApp: +2347082558952
Email: julyenobong2020@gmail.com
: enobongekwere825@gmail.com
MY PERSONAL SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES:
FACEBOOK:
https://www.facebook.com/enobong.ekwere.372
TWITTER:
http://www.twitter.com/Enobongekwere2
INSTAGRAM:
http://www.instagram.com/enobongekwere825
LINKEDIN:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/enobong-ekwere-3271b116b
MY ORGANIZATION'S SOCIAL MEDIA HANDLES:
FACEBOOK:
https://www.facebook.com/cyplp.net.ng/
TWITTER:
http://www.twitter.com/youngpeoplefor/
INSTAGRAM:
http://www.instagram.com/cyplp/
WEBSITE:
www.cyplp.net.ng
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