GOVERNMENTS
at all levels in the country have been urged to focus on the implementation of
Child Rights Act and employment of physically challenged persons.
Executive Director, Child Dignity
Foundation, Amaka Awogu, at the celebration of 2014 World Down Syndrome Day
organised by United Nations in collaboration with Down Syndrome Foundation on
Friday in Lagos, said the high percentage of people with the syndrome ought to
be treated same way all children like to be treated: with respect, fairness and
friendship.
In the word of the United Nations
Secretary General, Ban Ki-moon, “Too often, persons with disabilities,
including those with Down Syndrome face stigma, discrimination and exclusion.
The lack of full participation of those with Down Syndrome affects not only
individuals and their families, but also society at large.”
“Let us therefore, take concrete
action toward the inclusion of all persons with disabilities, including those
with Down syndrome,” Ban said.
Ban’s message was presented by
the Head of Lagos Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees,
Mrs. Josephine Smith.
By
Adeniyi Idowu Adunola
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