In 1993, the General Assembly decided that 15 May of every year should be observed as the International Day of Families (resolution 47/237 of 20 September). In 1989, by resolution 44/82, the Assembly had proclaimed 1994 the International Year of the Family, to increase awareness of family issues and improve the capability of nations to tackle family-related problems with comprehensive policies.
UNITED NATIONS TO ADDRESS FAMILIES AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
A panel of experts will address the issue of families and persons with disabilities on Tuesday, 15 May, 1:15 – 2:30 p.m. at the United Nations (Conference Room 4).
The panelists are Ms. Megan Kirshbaum, Founder and Executive Director, National Resource Center for Parents with Disabilities “Through the Looking Glass”, Berkeley, California; Ms. Sue Swenson, Executive Director, The Arc of the United States, Silver Spring, Maryland; Ms. MiJoo Kim, Director, Women with Disabilities Arts and Culture Network, Seoul, Republic of Korea; and a representative of a UN Member State.