Using universal service funds to increase access to technology for persons with disabilities in the Caribbean
25 Out 2019
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Publicação
Tema
Using universal service funds to increase access to technology for persons with disabilities in the Caribbean
- Publication type: Estudios y Perspectivas – Sede Subregional de la CEPAL para el Caribe
- Autor: Bleeker, Amelia
- Descrição física: 85 páginas.
- Editora: ECLAC
- Símbolo da ONU (Assinatura): LC/TS.2019/59
- Data: 25 de Outubro de 2019
Abstract
This study examines how Universal Service Funds (USFs) can be better utilised in Caribbean Small Island Developing States (SIDS) to increase access to technology for persons with disabilities. It presents data on disability in the region and addresses key requirements from the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. It sets out the background, challenges and achievements of existing Caribbean USFs in addition to discussing countries that have enacted but not implemented USF legislation. The study identifies best practices and recommendations for Caribbean SIDS wishing to establish or improve an existing USF to increase access to technology for persons with disabilities in the region.
Índice
- Abstract
- Introduction
- I. Background
- II. Overall findings
- III. Best practices and recommendations
- Bibliography.