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posted by Editor on Feb 28, 2013 - View profile
Halifax
EXPLORING IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CONVENTION ON THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES IN NOVA SCOTIA
7:00pm
Wednesday March 6 2013
Venue: Weldon Law Building, Dalhousie University
Cost: Free
Accessibility: Seats will be reserved for those requiring CART and sign language interpreters. An accessible entrance is located on Edward Street.
Moderator: Ann Divine, Manager, Race Relations, Equity & Inclusion
Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission
Introduction
David Shannon, Director and CEO, Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission
Background, History and Significance of the CRPD
Steve Estey, Chair, Council of Canadians with Disabilities
Legal background of the CRPD
Archibald Kaiser, Professor, Dalhousie University, Schulich School of Law
Focus on CRPD Article 12, Equal Recognition before the Law
Sheila Wildeman, Associate Professor, Dalhousie University, Schulich School of Law
Focus on Article 29, Participation in Political and Public Life
Anne MacRae, Executive Director, Disabled Persons Commission
Community Engagement with the CRPD
Anna MacQuarrie, Human Rights Officer, Inclusion International
Discussion
Organizer:Melissa Brayley at 424-4671 or brayleym@gov.ns.ca
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