Helmut Melzer
Civil society represents participation in policy-making and decision-making processes in a variety of ways. Unfortunately, again and again structurally disadvantaged groups are "forgotten". Despite international obligations such as the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD), implementation is often lacking. At public meetings or consultations, interpreters in sign language are often absent. Information in plain language or other accessible measures are hardly available, although essential for people with disabilities, so that they can speak for themselves. Because they are an essential and enriching part of society.
Magdalena Kern, light for the world
