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Protecting the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Protecting the Rights of Persons with Disabilities

Persons with disabilities often face stigma, exclusion and discrimination, and are over-represented amongst the people living in persistent poverty, and are less likely than others to be able to lift themselves out of poverty.

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U.S Supports UN Permanent Forum on International Day for People of African Descent
U.S Supports UN Permanent Forum on International Day for People of African Descent

August 31 marks the 2nd anniversary of the International Day for People of African Descent, a day created by the United Nations to celebrate the achievements of people of African descent worldwide.

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U.S STATE DEPT ANNOUNCES COLIN POWELL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM
U.S STATE DEPT ANNOUNCES COLIN POWELL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM

The Colin Powell Leadership Program will provide paid fellowships to recent college graduates and paid internships to students who are enrolled at accredited institutions of higher education.

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US VISAS: State Department Gives Post-Pandemic Update
US VISAS: State Department Gives Post-Pandemic Update

The US State Department briefed journalists on recent measures taken to combat post-pandemic visa backlog at consular posts overseas. Some of the measures include the global visa approach, whereby applicants can apply for U.S visas anywhere in the world.

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