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IDPWD

What does IDPWD stand for?

It means International Day for Persons With Disabilities.

When is IDPWD?

It takes place on the December 3rd every year.

What is IDPWD?

The annual observance of the International Day of Disabled Persons was proclaimed in 1992 by United Nations General Assembly resolution 47/3. It aims to promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of society and development, and to increase awareness of the situation of persons with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic and cultural life.

Why are we having our Accessibility Fair on October 5th intead of December 3rd?

We wanted to hold the Accessibility Fair on the same day as International Day for Persons With Disabilities, but it is too cold and dark by December to have an enjoyable outdoor event. We hope to have good weather for the event as there is no rain date. Please check local forecasts and dress appropriately.

For more information please visit the following link.

https://www.un.org/en/observances/day-of-persons-with-disabilities

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This Image represents International Persons with Disabilities Day. It consists of four stylized hands reaching around a circle representing a head. It says International Day of Persons with Disabilities, 3 December on the right.
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