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New eugenics: UN disability expert warns against ‘ableism’ in medical practice

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Published Date

28 Feb 2020

GENEVA (28 February 2020) – "Current developments in medical research and practice may revive eugenic ideas if safeguards for those affected are not ensured," today said the UN Special Rapporteur on...

GENERAL ASSEMBLY COMMITTEE VOICES SUPPORT FOR CONVENTION ON RIGHTS
OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

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Published Date

19 Jun 2003

19 June 2003 A vast majority of speakers expressed support for drafting a convention on the rights of persons with disabilities during the session of the General Assembly committee established to...