East Java passes new regulation to strengthen disability rights
The regulation was passed on Monday to replace a similar measure enacted in 2013, widening protections for people with disabilities and shifting policy toward a rights-based approach.
On Monday, East Java’s Regional Representative Council (DPRD) adopted a new regulation to bolster disability rights, superseding a 2013 law. The legislation aims to broaden protections for people with disabilities and transition policy to a rights-based framework.
A pivotal aspect of the regulation is the formation of the Regional Disability Commission (KDD) to champion and monitor disability rights. KDD will consist of nine members, half of whom will be disability group representatives.
Under the new rule, public institutions and businesses must boost employment opportunities for disabled individuals. Provincial government agencies and regionally-owned enterprises must meet a minimum 2% employment quota for people with disabilities, while private companies must allocate at least 1% of their workforce to disabled workers.
The East Java government will aid the regulation’s implementation by providing training, guidelines, and establishing Disability Service Units. Additionally, the regulation mandates enhancing access to public services for people with disabilities, such as providing assistance, interpreters, and making information systems more accessible. It also calls for improved access to public transport, including free rides on the Trans Jatim bus service.
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