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The Human Rights Act: changing lives
- Authors:
- MATTHEWS Lucy, et al
- Publisher:
- British Institute of Human Rights
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 27p.
- Place of publication:
- London
- Edition:
- 2nd ed.
This is a 20-page document about how people with disabilities can use the Human Rights Act. British Institute of Human Rights -BIHR ran a Community Outreach Programme between 2002 and 2005, with funding from the Big Lottery Fund and Comic Relief. The programme delivered human rights awareness-raising training to voluntary and community organisations, including a wide range of advocacy and local user-led groups. When the programme came to an end, it was clear that demand remained high. So as one part of our work to give human rights practical meaning for people in the UK, BIHR has continued to deliver training to a wide range of voluntary and community organisations, working at national, regional and local levels.
Challenges to the human rights of people with intellectual disabilities
- Editors:
- OWEN Frances, GRIFFITHS Dorothy, (eds.)
- Publisher:
- Jessica Kingsley
- Publication year:
- 2009
- Pagination:
- 288p.
- Place of publication:
- London
The book combines historical, psychological, philosophical, social, educational, medical and legal perspectives to form a unique and insightful account of the subject. Initial chapters explain the historical context of rights for people with intellectual disabilities, including the right to life, and propose a conceptual framework to inform contemporary practice. Contributors then explore the many theoretical and practical challenges that people with intellectual disabilities face, in exercising their civil rights, educational rights or participatory rights, for instance. The implications arising from these issues are identified and practical guidelines for support and accommodation are provided.
A guide to the Human Rights Act: a booklet for people with learning disabilities
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Ministry of Justice
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Ministry of Justice
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 20p.
- Place of publication:
- London
A Guide to the Human Rights Act for people with learning disabilities uses examples from everyday life to help explain what human rights means for them. Human rights are for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in society. This easily accessible booklet sets out the purpose of the Human Rights Act and the protections it affords. The booklet was produced by the Ministry of Justice with the help of Working with Words, a specialist supplier of services for people with learning disabilities and low literacy. It uses examples from work, supported housing, day services and dealing with the local council to illustrate how human rights apply to people's everyday lives.
Government response to the Joint Committee on Human Rights: a life like any other? human rights of adults with learning disabilities
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Stationery Office
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 28p.
- Place of publication:
- London
The Government introduced the Human Rights Act to make rights drawn from the European Convention on Human Rights enforceable in our domestic Courts. The Government recognises that it is often the most vulnerable in our society, such as people with learning disabilities, who have the greatest need for protection and promotion of their rights under the Human Rights Act and Disability Discrimination legislation. The Joint Committee on Human Rights published its report 'A life like any other? Human rights of adults with learning disabilities' on 6 March 2008. This memorandum sets out the Government response to the conclusions and recommendations in that report.
A life like any other?: human rights of adults with learning disabilities: seventh report of session 2007-08: volume 2: oral and written evidence
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Parliament. Joint Committee on Human Rights
- Publisher:
- Stationery Office
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 414p.
- Place of publication:
- London
The evidence to the Joint Select Committee on Human Rights paints an often harrowing picture of neglect, abuse and the denial of fundamental human rights to adults living with learning disabilities in the UK. Evidence received by the Committee reveals that people with learning disabilities are more vulnerable to abuse and are less likely to understand their fundamental human rights, including to be treated with dignity and respect by public authorities. Adults with learning disabilities and their advocates and carers told the Committee about how people were denied the opportunity to conduct their own lives as any adult would take for granted including the ability to form and conduct relationships.
A life like any other?: human rights of adults with learning disabilities: seventh report of session 2007-08: volume 1: report and formal minutes
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Parliament. Joint Committee on Human Rights
- Publisher:
- Stationery Office
- Publication year:
- 2008
- Pagination:
- 153p.
- Place of publication:
- London
The report by the Joint Select Committee on Human Rights paints an often harrowing picture of neglect, abuse and the denial of fundamental human rights to adults living with learning disabilities in the UK. Evidence received by the Committee reveals that people with learning disabilities are more vulnerable to abuse and are less likely to understand their fundamental human rights, including to be treated with dignity and respect by public authorities. Adults with learning disabilities and their advocates and carers told the Committee about how people were denied the opportunity to conduct their own lives as any adult would take for granted including the ability to form and conduct relationships.
Your human rights: a guide for disabled people
- Authors:
- COOKE Sarah, MATTHEWS Lucy
- Publisher:
- British Institute of Human Rights
- Publication year:
- 2006
- Pagination:
- 50p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Your Human Rights’ is a series of four plain English, non-technical guides focusing on the practical relevance of human rights in the UK. They are written directly for people living with mental health problems, disabled people, older people and refugees and asylum seekers who are in situations where they may need information on their human rights. They will also be useful for people working with these groups, or people who would like to know more about the impact of human rights on these groups. The present booklet is devoted to
One law for all: the impact of the Human Rights Act on people with learning difficulties
- Authors:
- FINNEGAN Patricia, CLARKE Stephen
- Publisher:
- Values into Action
- Publication year:
- 2005
- Pagination:
- 162p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Sets out the impact of the Human Rights Act in the campaign for with people with learning difficulties namely the the right of people with learning difficulties to enjoy, and to be treated with the same respect due to all citizens.
Easy guide to the Human Rights Act 1998
- Authors:
- HUGHES Andrea, COOMBS Phil
- Publisher:
- British Institute of Learning Disabilities
- Publication year:
- 2001
- Pagination:
- 22p.,poster.
- Place of publication:
- Kidderminster
Outlines the key elements of the Human Rights Act 1998 and shows how they can be applied to daily life, with specific reference to people with learning difficulties. The guide includes real life stories and examples to illustrate various abuses of human rights, as well as suggestions for good practice and contact details for further information.
Learning disability policy and practice: changing lives?
- Author:
- WILLIAMS Valerie
- Publisher:
- Palgrave Macmillan
- Publication year:
- 2012
- Pagination:
- 248p.
- Place of publication:
- Basingstoke
This book explores working with people with learning disabilities at all life stages. With contributions from people with learning disabilities and their families, its person-centred approach illustrates how policy can be translated into practice with life-changing consequences. It outlines the role of key agencies and professionals, and emphasises the importance and relevance of partnership working. The book promotes reflection on some of key policy concepts, and to critically evaluate each one in relation to the evidence about the lives of people with learning disabilities. Contents include: introduction and overview people with learning disabilities; taking a human rights approach to health; inclusion in education partnership with families identity, relationships, sexuality and parenting; person-centred planning for life making decisions about where to live; getting good support to be in control citizenship; and inclusion in communities promises, practices and real lives references index.