Disability in Costa Rica
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This page has curated news from Costa Rica. There are a total of 6 links.
Contents
- Independent Living and Deinstitutionalization
- Mobility, Travel, Transport and Tourism
- Policy and Rights
Independent Living and Deinstitutionalization
17 people with disabilities died within six weeks after leaving the controversial foundation Manos Abiertas. (In Spanish, Apr, Semanario Universidad)
Towards Dignity and Autonomy a report on personal assistance policies across nine countries. (Mar, ENIL and ILO)
Mobility, Travel, Transport and Tourism
Overview
The odyssey faced by disabled people in public transport video reporting on the experiences of a wheelchair user using (or, not being able to) bus routes. (In Spanish, Mar, Calle 7)
Air Travel
Canadian Travel blogger highlights 'terrifying' wheelchair ordeal. “Tori Hunter, 26, posted a video of her disembarking the flight with the help of staff at an airport in Costa Rica.” (May, BBC)
Policy and Rights
UN Committee has 70 reasons for concern with Costa Rica and only 10 positive aspects on rights with disabilities. (In Spanish, Mar, CR Hoy)
30th Session of the CRPD Committee (Mar, OHCHR)