The Year in Disability Rights
Despite Progress in 2019, People with Disabilities Are Too Often Marginalized, Abused
![A relative pushes John Biel Dup’s wheelchair through the dirt paths of Protection of Civilians Camp 3 in Juba,. The uneven paths make it difficult for people with physical disabilities to move around the camps..](/sites/default/files/styles/square/public/multimedia_images_2017/2017-05-africa-drd-southsudan-photo-02.jpg?itok=CCBK3uRc)
Despite Progress in 2019, People with Disabilities Are Too Often Marginalized, Abused
Former President’s Time Marked by Anarchy, Misrule, and Abuse
Leaders Should Promote Human Rights Across Region
Still No Protections, Justice, for Civilians at Risk
Arbitrary Detention, Flawed Trials, Detainee Abuse
Lack of a Constitutional Court Hinders Rights
Positive Reforms for Women Tainted by Ongoing Arrests of Activists, Dissidents
Migrants, Asylum Seekers, Stateless People Remain Vulnerable
Ensure Access to Basic Services
Little Progress on Women’s Rights
Arbitrary Arrests, Use of Lethal force against Protests
Authorities Equate Peaceful Dissent with ‘Terrorism’