Improving access to services and participation of persons with disabilities on the conceptual framework of UNCRPD and ICF - Armenia

The project aims to support the policy of the Government of Armenia to revise Disability Certification and Individual Rehabilitation Planning procedures in line with the principles of UNPRPD and based on the conceptual framework of the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF). Under the guidance of international experts, the local expert group will develop criteria, tools and procedures, based on ICF, to operationalize the conceptual ICF model and determine eligibility for services, as well as develop a Methodology for Individual Rehabilitation Planning linked with assessment. The Individual Rehabilitation plan will not only outline the services needed for medical and social rehabilitation, but also have a focus on job training and job market engagement. The model will be piloted in one region before finalization and national scale-up. Trainings will be conducted for the professionals from health and social sectors who will be involved in assessment and intervention planning processes. The capacities of DPOs and Organizations of Parents of Children with Disabilities will be strengthened to become more active participants in the policy-making process.