Special Advisor on International Disability Rights (SAIDR) Sara Minkara will travel to Istanbul and Ankara, Türkiye, from June 30 to July 3. The visit aims to advance the inclusion of persons with disabilities across various policy areas.

During her trip, Minkara will focus on promoting the inclusion of persons with disabilities in crisis response and recovery, NATO, and the media. This initiative underscores the role of the United States as a strategic partner in fostering greater economic and social participation for individuals with disabilities worldwide.

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