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Legal Aid in the United States

Legal Aid in the United States The purpose of legal aid is to provide free legal services to low income Americans. Civil legal aid helps ensure fairness in the justice system, regardless of how much money one has. Equal justice under law is a fundamental American value. In the United States, legal aid is primarily… Continue reading Legal Aid in the United States

Using Mobile Applications for Advocacy

Overview Smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices are increasingly being used by the public. Mobile applications (apps) are convenient as they are available on devices that many people use every day. Apps are also interactive, which can allow smartphone and tablet users to learn information in a fun and interesting way. A successful mobile application… Continue reading Using Mobile Applications for Advocacy

Moving Toward Disability Inclusion in Employment

Pilot Project for Technology Training

Decrees, National Plans, and Training Manuals for Vietnam

The attached documents are reports, national plans, national strategies, training materials, standards, guides, and other materials created by Vietnamese governmental bodies, human rights commissions, DPOs, NGO, or other groups between 2006 and 2012. Where possible, Vietnamese and English versions are provided. The language of the document is indicated in the file name.

Vietnam’s National Laws Related to Disability

These laws passed in Vietnam between 2005 and 2013. Where possible, the laws are provided in Vietnamese and in English. The language of the document is indicated in the file name.

Partnering with the Government for Disability Rights Promotion

Formal Operation of the CRPD in Vietnam

CRPD Report Process Under Article 35 of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), parties to the CRPD must submit State Reports to the CRPD Committee within two years of ratification. These State Reports are to contain positive developments as well as challenges that country is having in meeting the obligations of the… Continue reading Formal Operation of the CRPD in Vietnam