Disability, Sexuality, and Gender in Asia: Intersectionality, Human Rights, and the Law

This book provides experiential knowledge of the intersectionality of disability, sexuality, and gender equality issues in Asian countries. It highlights the direct participation of disability advocates in mapping how women with disabilities and LGBTIQ individuals with disabilities realize their rights. It explores the experience of empowering diverse disability groups and advocating for equality and non-discrimination. The book aims to increase the capabilities of local disabled persons organizations and NGOs in utilizing human rights laws and encourage dialogue and collaboration between academia, people with disabilities, and human rights advocates.

Format: Hardback
Length: 214 pages
Publication date: 01 August 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This comprehensive book delves into the intricate intersection of disability, sexuality, and gender equality issues, offering a rich experiential understanding. Drawing upon the expertise of scholars and disabled persons organizations across various Asian countries, including China, Vietnam, Myanmar, Nepal, and Japan, it provides a foundational introduction to the frontline practice of Asian disability activism. Moreover, it sheds light on the unique experiences of women and LGBTIQ individuals with disabilities, highlighting their direct participation in advocating for their rights, including identity, work rights, personal safety, and sexual rights.

Through in-depth studies, this book explores the empowering journey of diverse disability groups and their unwavering commitment to advocating for equality and non-discrimination. It unravels the strategies employed by disability advocates to leverage the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) as a powerful tool for advancing human rights campaigns on a broader scale, benefiting disadvantaged groups.

This collection emerges as a result of a collaborative research project, driven by the mission to enhance the capacity of local disabled persons organizations and NGOs in effectively utilizing human rights laws and fostering meaningful dialogue and collaboration between academia, people with disabilities, and human rights advocates. It serves as a vital resource for academics, researchers, policy-makers, and campaign groups, offering valuable insights and perspectives on these critical social issues.

Weight: 589g
Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367771928