Current update: May 3, 2008
Approval date: December 13, 2006
Effective: Yes
Entity that promotes it: Approved by the General Assembly of the United Nations, ratified in Spain by the Head of State
Issue: General
Description:
The purpose of this Convention is to promote, protect and ensure the full and equal enjoyment of all human rights and fundamental freedoms by all persons with disabilities, and to promote respect for their inherent dignity.
Geographic scope of application: InternationalInquiry link