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2019. The UN Committee conducted a review of these reports in August 2022. In support of the
review, the Commission submitted an independent report that reflects its views and participated
in the review process to facilitate the domestic implementation of the Convention.
In developing an early version of the independent report, the Commission conducted expert
consultations and solicited input from relevant organizations. Through subsequent internal
consultations, feedback from individuals with disabilities and disability organizations, and a
public hearing, the Commission compiled a well-rounded and comprehensive independent
report that incorporated diverse perspectives.
Throughout the review process, the Commission took active measures to encourage the
government’s implementation of the Convention. These measures involved meeting with civil
society organizations working on disability issues, conducting closed briefings, delivering
opening statements during the review of the national report, submitting written queries, and
providing responses. The objective was to generate momentum for the government to adhere
to the Convention and to ensure that the content of the independent report could be duly
considered in the concluding observations of the UN CRPD.
Following the issuance of the concluding observations, the Commission took steps to
included statements by the Chairperson and the distribution of press releases to disseminate
the observations within the country. Internally, the Commission analyzed and reported on the
specific details of the concluding observations, facilitating their dissemination and utilization
within the Commission itself. It also actively responded to the CRPD’s request to make the
content of the concluding observations readily accessible, including in easy-to-read format,
to reach the government, non-governmental organizations, persons with disabilities, and their
family members. These easy-to-read materials were designed, produced and distributed to
enhance understanding and information accessibility for all citizens, including those with
developmental disabilities.
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ensure widespread awareness and understanding of their significance and content. This