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The year of disability with my dear friend Merran- What could have been?

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Guest Merran Thurley

In 1976, the General Assembly proclaimed 1981 as the International Year of Disabled Persons (IYDP)*. It called for a plan of action at the national,

regional and international levels, with an emphasis on equalization of opportunities, rehabilitation and prevention of disabilities.

Topic - 1981 the year of disability - what could have been?