June 1. Impaired protection of children with disabilities

Today is International Children' Day. 8,000 children with disabilities live next to us, but, unfortunately, they have a lot of problems in this country that seem to fall into oblivion.

"Basically, the widespread lack of access does not allow children to perfect their rights. From pre-school, school age, they are deprived of the opportunity to become a full-fledged member of society. Many children have no access to education in their community. And for the solution of the problems it is necessary to start with the communities where there should be centers for the development and support of children, which will always be next to the children and their families. In Armenia, there are very few centers, but not in all regions, they are, in this case the families are more vulnerable." In a conversation with the reporter of Lurer.com responsible member of the organization "Bridge of Hope" Zarui Batoyan said.

According to the latter, children with disabilities are almost never seen on the streets, it is a proof that they are excluded from society, they are apart, spend their time mostly at home or in an institution.

"Every day we call upon the city authorities for help. First, we need widespread availability, and it's not just about ramps. When we renovate kindergartens, schools, we must remember that they are also for children with disabilities. We have to remember that these children should enjoy and play areas, and vehicles, and so forth," Batoyan said.