Act on Welfare of Persons with Disabilities
Ministry of Health and Welfare
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Disability Legislation
Republic of Korea
3 December 2019
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The purpose of this Act is to contribute to social integration through improving welfare and encouraging participation in social activities of persons with disabilities by clarifying responsibilities of the State and local governments, etc. to ensure a decent life and the rights of persons with disabilities, advancing overall welfare measures for persons with disabilities through activities concerning the prevention of disability, medical care, education, rehabilitation of employment, and improvement of living environment, etc. for persons with disabilities and contributing to the stability of livelihood by deciding on matters necessary for self-reliance, protection, allowances, etc. of persons with disabilities.Content
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