International Day of People with Disability

Bishops Commission for Social Justice, Mission and Service chair, Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv, said the International Day of People with Disability – to be marked on Tuesday, December 3 – is an important time of the year.

“In the wake of the Royal Commission on Violence, Abuse, Neglect and Exploitation of People with Disability, Australia’s Catholic bishops wish to acknowledge the significance of the International Day of People with Disability,” Bishop Long said.

We need to increase community awareness, understanding and inclusion of people with disabilities.

“These goals are consistent with Catholic social teaching which upholds the rights, dignity, and wellbeing of the vulnerable.”

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