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Joint Announcement on the Termination of the Monitoring Group in Care Institutions

On May 30, 2024, the Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs of the Republic of Armenia notified the Monitoring Group in Care Institutions that it had decided to revoke the order establishing the group. This means that the existence and activities of the group are now de jure terminated.

31.05.2024

Commissioner's Report Highlights DRA's Advocacy for the Rights of Displaced Persons with Disabilities

The Council of Europe Commissioner for Human Rights, Dunja Mijatovic, in her recent observations, emphasized the critical need for human rights to be a central focus in the peace talks between Armenia and Azerbaijan

12.01.2024

Research report. Advocacy Needs Assessment of Organizations Defending the Interests of Persons with Disabilities

Disability Rights Agenda NGO is publishing Research report "Advocacy Needs Assessment of Organizations defending the Interests of Persons with Disabilities".

16.11.2023

Newly Released Guidelines Elevate the Intersection of Mental Health, Human Rights, and Legislation

Disability Rights Agenda made a contribution to the development of the "Mental Health, Human Rights, and Legislation" guide.

10.10.2023

DRA Submits Shadow Reports to CESCR on Employment and Mental Health in Armenia

Disability Rights Agenda NGO has submitted two comprehensive reports to the CESCR Committee to drive legislative and social change.

07.09.2023

An Introductory Seminar on 'Universal Design and Accessibility' Took Place

Over two dozen attendees elevated their understanding and skills in a comprehensive two-day introductory session.

04.09.2023

Legal Challenge Filed Over Disability Assessment Formula

Legal Action Initiated Against RA Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs

04.09.2023

Multi-Criteria Assessment to Drive Inclusive Development Across Armenia's Regions

In pursuit of inclusive development and equality in Armenia's regions, a comprehensive Multi-Criteria Assessment has been conducted, aiming to empower individuals with disabilities and foster social change.

03.08.2023

Frequently Updated - Selection Process for Directors of Care Institutions

We actively engage in selection commissions responsible for appointing directors for care institutions, and we consistently provide updates on the outcomes through this page

16.06.2023

Armenian CSOs request urgent OHCHR mission to Nagorno Karabakh and Armenia

With the initiative of the Democracy Development Foundation (DDF), the Disability Rights Agenda NGO and about 20 civil society organizations of Armenia submitted a joint letter to the United Nations High Commission for Human Rights, Volker Türk. The letter calls for the Commissioner's office to take immediate measures regarding the human rights emergency in Nagorno Karabakh.

03.04.2023

Joint statement on the blockade of the Lachin Corridor, Nagorno-Karabakh

The International Disability Alliance and the European Disability Forum are following with concern the humanitarian situation caused by the blockade of the Lachin Corridor.

18.01.2023

Joint statement about the attacks on the Armenian border

The European Disability Forum, with Disability Rights Agenda and Mental Health Europe is following with deep concern the events currently unfolding on the Armenian border.

15.09.2022

Azerbaijan Launches Large-Scale Attack Against Armenia

On September 13, 2022, at 12:05 am, the Republic of Azerbaijan attacked Armenian military and civilian infrastructure using heavy artillery, mortars, and UAVs.

15.09.2022

Position on the validity period of passports

The DRA proposed to withdraw the draft as it contradicts the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.

18.10.2021

Call for Inputs: Report of the Special Rapporteur on Artificial Intelligence and the rights of persons with disabilities

The Special Rapporteur seeks contributions from States, National Human Rights Institutions, civil society organizations, United Nations agencies, academia, international and regional organizations, corporate entities, individuals, and other stakeholders.

03.10.2021

Expert Opinion of the Media Ethics Observatory regarding the appeal of "DRA" NGO