Page 84 - รายงานการปฏิบัติตามอนุสัญญาว่าด้วยสิทธิของคนพิการ

39

not clear which set of data should be used to monitor and evaluate the

implementation of the Convention.

72. Recommendation: The DEP, the NSO and other relevant agencies

should hold consultations to consider adopting a single approach in the

conduct of disability survey and collection of data so that a single

database can be established for use of reference by concerned agencies in

following up on the progress made to promote and protect the rights of

persons with disabilities in accordance with the Convention and relevant

domestic laws.

Conclusion

73. Thai domestic legislation is quite progressive in guaranteeing the rights

of persons with disabilities in compliance with the Convention. However, it

is not effectively implemented. As a consequence, persons with disabilities

have been unable to access and enjoy their rights fully. The government

should attach more importance to ensure the realization of the rights of

persons with disabilities as guaranteed by the law and develop an effective

monitoring and evaluation system. Importance should also be given to the

participation of persons with disabilities or their parents in all undertakings

affecting them in a meaningful way and at all stages starting from that of

planning to implementation, monitoring and evaluation. More efforts

should be made to promote a positive perception of society towards

persons with disabilities and to raise public awareness that they have

dignity and are entitled to live inclusively with others in society.

-----------------------------