Armenia, Italy sign memorandum of cooperation in protection of people  with disabilities 

ArmInfo.The Minister of Labor and Social Affairs of Armenia Narek Mkrtchyan and the Minister of Disability of Italy Alessandra Locatelli signed a memorandum of cooperation in Yerevan aimed at exchanging experiences and implementing joint initiatives in the field of protecting the rights of persons with disabilities and social integration.

As reported by the press service of the Ministry of Social Labor of  Armenia, the memorandum was signed taking into account the importance  of improving the development of policies in the field of social  protection, as well as international cooperation and exchange of  experience. The parties reaffirmed their commitment to comply with  the principles of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with  Disabilities.

The main areas of cooperation include: protecting the rights of  persons with disabilities and the services provided; legislative  reforms; inclusion policy in the labor market; promoting independent  living and improving social guarantee mechanisms, etc.

It is noted that cooperation will be carried out through: developing  joint programs and initiatives, experience exchange programs, as well  as organizing meetings, conferences, research and industry  discussions.

The parties described the signing of the document as an important  step for both countries towards social integration and equal  opportunities for persons with disabilities.