Persons with disabilities often face numerous barriers when exercising their right to participate in and make decisions that affect their basic rights. These barriers include insufficient supportive services, limited access to services and information, discriminatory practices, and challenging economic and social conditions. 

The guidelines offer a comprehensive overview of the essential steps needed to ensure meaningful participation of persons with disabilities in all levels of decision-making.

This document further provides thorough descriptions of both international and local standards and offers practical approaches and opportunities for their implementation. The recommendations outlined in the document take into account the needs and diversity of people with disabilities and other pertinent factors.

The publication was produced with support from the United Nations Partnership on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Multi-Partner Trust Fund (UNPRPD MPTF) and UNDP.