Disability in International Human Rights Law

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With its theoretical framework explicitly integrating disability into international human rights law, this book paves the way for a more inclusive and equitable society. By challenging the traditional legal subject and recognizing distinct forms of embodiment, it introduces the concept of the 'dis-abled subject'. This groundbreaking notion acknowledges that disability-related issues affect all individuals at some point in their lives, providing a more holistic understanding of human rights.

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