East Java passes new regulation to strengthen disability rights

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East Java has enacted a new regulation to enhance disability rights by establishing an independent advocacy body, the Regional Disability Commission (KDD), and mandating increased employment quotas for people with disabilities. The regulation shifts from a charity-based approach to a rights-based framework, requiring public and private employers to hire a minimum percentage of disabled workers and improving access to public services and transportation. The regulation aims to ensure equal opportunities and inclusive policies in education, employment, and economic activities.

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