Participation in ENNHRI webinar on the right to education of persons with disabilities during COVID-19 pandemic

On November 10 representative of the Ombudsman’s Office, Ms Anete Ilves, participates in the seminar on the right to education of persons with disabilities during COVID-19 pandemic organized by the European Network of National Human Rights Institutions and Public Defender (Ombudsman) of Georgia. Ms Ilves will give a report and participate in the discussion on the challenges, opportunities and lessons learnt from the Covid-19 pandemic with regard to the right and access to education of people with disabilities.

The main objective of the event is to exchange experiences and opinions on the best practices and methodology for implementing high-quality inclusive education during the pandemic. The invited speakers will share existing practices, recommendations and lessons learnt regarding the implementation of the right to education for persons with disabilities on an equal basis with others, in order to promote their independent living and an opportunity to contribute to the society.