What is IDPD?
IDPD, or International Day of Persons with Disabilities, was introduced by the United Nations to celebrate the accomplishments and achievements that persons with disabilities contribute to our community.
The purpose of IDPD is to:
The purpose of IDPD is to:
- Promote an understanding of disability issues;
- Mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of people with disabilities; and,
- Increase awareness of the value of integrating people with disabilities in every aspect of political, social, economic, and cultural life.
We are proud to announce that the City of Calgary has proclaimed December 3rd as International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Click here to view the proclamation.
IDPD Calgary 2017: Transformation towards sustainable and resilient society for all
December 3, 2017 marks the 25th year the United Nations has celebrated International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD). Every community is different, and all around the world on December 3rd communities come together to celebrate in their own unique way. From awards ceremonies and breakfasts, trade fairs to sledge hockey games, persons with disabilities gather in salute. As we celebrate who we are, what we do and the community we live in, we also continue the important work of raising awareness and building capacity in our community.