e.)
How is the figure of $41,000 on medical costs in a five year period (deemed the test for not
having an acceptable standard of health) calculated, assessed and monitored to ensure
that it is not discriminatory?
f.)
What plans does the Government have to review and if necessary change those elements
of immigration policy that could discriminate against disabled people?
15. Inclusive education – Article 24
a.)
What steps is the Government taking to ensure that the principles of inclusive education
are built into all levels of the education system; from the legislation, to the training of
teachers, to on the job support and guidance, to work planning and budgeting for the
school year by School Boards?
b.)
What definition of ‘disability’ will be used in the education system to ensure that all
students who need support in order to receive the best possible education receive it?
c.)
Is legislative change being considered to ensure that there is an enforceable right to
inclusive education at local schools (or similar)? If not, why not?
d.)
Can the Government include a purpose statement incorporating the right to inclusive
education in Part 1 of the Education Act 1989, including a CRPD-compliant definition?
e.)
How will the Government ensure inclusive education is operationalised at the Board,
Principal and School level?
f.)
Can the Government develop a data strategy to accurately assess and monitor the
implementation of inclusive education policies and practices and enable a social
investment approach which takes account of human rights principles?
g.)
What training and support are teachers and schools being given to identify and work with
children with neurodisabilities, particularly with autism and learning/communication
disabilities?
16. Employment – Article 27
a.)
For the purposes of comparing outcomes for disabled people compared to non-disabled
people, please provide statistical data on unemployment, underemployment and multiple
employment, as well as on persons who are not currently involved in any form of
education, employment or training. Please disaggregate this data by sex, age, ethnicity,
disability, urban or rural area, and family status, on an annual comparative basis over the
past five years.
b.)
In light of the data as per 14 (i) please provide an update on the impact of all measures
taken to increase the participation of people with disabilities in employment.
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