Health Equity for Persons with Disabilities Side Event

This document is a concept note for a side event focused on health equity for persons with disabilities, held during the Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities on June 12, 2023. It outlines the background provided by the WHO Global Report on Health Equity for Persons with Disabilities, which highlights that approximately 1.3 billion people globally experience significant disabilities and face health inequities due to various structural and social factors. The document details the objective of the side event, which is to present the findings of the WHO report and engage Member States and health sector partners in discussions about prioritizing disability inclusion in national health agendas. Additionally, it mentions the development of the Health Equity for Persons with Disabilities – A Guide for Action, aimed at assisting countries in implementing the report's recommendations. The agenda includes introductions, welcome remarks, country actions, a panel discussion, and closing reflections.