SUBMISSION TO THE COMMITTEE ON THE RIGHTS OF THE CHILD (CRC) ALTERNATIVE REPORT FOR THE ADOPTION OF THE LIST OF ISSUES OF

Use disaggregated data to inform policy development and implementation to address the issues of intersectional discrimination experienced by Black and indigenous children with disabilities and their families in consultation with organizations of Black and indigenous people with disabilities, including children. [...] Lack of access to health services Lack of access to health services in Brazil impedes the right of Black and indigenous children with disabilities to dignity, right to life, self-sufficiency and active participation in their communities, yet there is a lack of scientific research showing specific health outcomes for this population. [...] What actions has the Brazilian State adopted to ensure the application of inclusive education throughout the national territory, in accordance with the Convention on the Rights of the Child, the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the Convention on the Elimination of Discrimination and the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Persons? iv. [...] Lack of care policy and family support The absence of a national care policy that would provide remuneration for care work and lack of family support is likely to be a key factor contributing to the high rates of institutionalization of Black children with disabilities in Brazil and deprivation of their right to a family environment44. [...] Guarantee the right to health and support for Black and indigenous women carers of children with disabilities, to improve their capacity to provide care and reduce the likelihood of institutionalization of their children.