In Armenia 2016 is announced a year of equal opportunities for people with disabilities

Today on the occasion of the International day of persons with disabilities UN Department of Public Information together with “Pyunik” Union organized a traditional exhibition-sale of works of “Pyunik” and “Jermuk-Ankyun” NGOs. The exhibition aims to draw public’s attention once more to the problems of people with disabilities and represent the potential which can be manifested in case of equal opportunities.

The beginning of the event was announced by Armine Halajyan/ Head of the UN Department of Public Information/ who mentioned that in three out of 17 goals of sustainable development adopted in September, targets directly related to people with disabilities are indicated.

These objectives are related to inclusive and quality education, equal and decent work for everybody and making cities resistant and inclusive.

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