Disability in Sri Lanka
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This page has curated news from Sri Lanka. There are a total of 7 links.
Contents
- Climate Crisis and Environment
- Culture, Entertainment and Media
- Economics and Social Protection
- Employment, Business and Work
- Policy and Rights
Climate Crisis and Environment
Climate change could retrigger trauma in Sri Lanka “and some observers say people who acquired a disability during the conflict are most vulnerable.” (2024, The World)
Sri Lanka Copes With Climate Change After decades of instability, people with disabilities confront another man made disaster. Behind the scenes on reporting. (2023, Len15)
Culture, Entertainment and Media
Atrocities of the Civil War Through the Eyes of Artists profile of artists with disabilities. (2022, Ground Views)
Economics and Social Protection
Overview
The struggle for survival faced by Sri Lanka's senior citizens (2022, HelpAge)
Social Protection
Chaotic Social Security Reform Denies People’s Rights “Aswesuma” Program Applies Complex and Arbitrary Targeting, Leaving Millions in Limbo (2023, Human Rights Watch)
Employment, Business and Work
I faced my hardships, and it made me stronger. Profile of Leena Penildas Thatkuras who has a sewing business and drives a three-wheeler designed for people who use wheelchairs. (2024, ILO)
Policy and Rights
Situational Analysis of the Rights of Persons With Disabilities:
“While there has been progress in certain areas, significant challenges remain, particularly in the enforcement of laws, creation of accessibility, and provision of inclusive services.” (2024, UNPRPD)