Argentina

This page features the news on disability from Argentina in the Debrief Library. See also news from other countries.

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Culture, Entertainment and Media

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Overview

The Drummer Who Reminds People That ‘You Can Play Music as You Like’ “Miguel Tomasín, one of the few professional musicians with Down syndrome, has brought attention to the artistic visions of people with developmental disabilities, with his band releasing over 100 albums.” (Dec, New York Times)

TV and Film

Four Feet High Just caught up on this charming series from 2020. A portrait of young people figuring out identity issues on a rollercoaster of relationships, identity, inclusion and exclusion. 'Revolutionises the way the body is represented on the screen' (in Spanish, with subtitles in English and other languages, Dec, Arte TV)

Economics and Social Protection

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Social Protection

Good news on disability: non-contributory pension scheme for persons with disabilities. (In Spanish, Jan, CTA)

Policy and Rights

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Situation Analysis of the rights of persons with disabilities. (Nov, UNPRPD)