TIRANA, Dec 2 /ATA/ – To mark International Day of Persons with Disabilities on Tuesday, the European Union Delegation in Tirana celebrated Monday the contributions of individuals with disabilities while reaffirming the EU’s commitment to building a more inclusive society.
“Through our initiatives such as EU4Social Inclusion, we focus on creating opportunities, improving accessibility, and ensuring that no one is left behind,” EU Delegation said in a press statement.
The Head of the Political Section at the EU Delegation to Albania, André Rizzo, said that people with disabilities encounter obstacles of independent living on daily basis.
“Every day, we witness obstacles to independent living for people with disabilities, whether it is physical accessibility to means of transport and buildings or limited accessibility to information and services that prevent them from enjoying their fundamental rights,” Rizzo said.
“In light of Albania’s ongoing EU accession negotiations, it is essential to prioritize alignment with EU standards on social inclusion and social protection for persons with disabilities. The EU is committed to supporting Albania in that endeavor” he concluded.
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