The Foundation For The Defense Of The Citizens Against State Abuses (FACIAS) has identified a particularly problematic situation affecting people with disabilities in Romania. This is due to the inadequacy of the benefits provided, which do not afford them the opportunity to live a decent life. It is imperative that tangible and consistent assistance is provided to safeguard the dignity and quality of life of these vulnerable citizens, who are confronted with significant physical and financial obstacles.
Un caz recent, documentat de FACIAS în cadrul campaniei „E dreptul meu! (de partea cetățeanului)”, a scos la lumină condițiile inacceptabile în care trăiesc persoanele cu dizabilități fizice. O persoană care a suferit amputarea completă a unui membru superior primește o indemnizație lunară de DOAR 72 de lei – echivalentul a aproximativ 12% din Indicatorul Social de Referință (ISR). Această sumă este extrem de mică și umilitoare, mai ales în cazul unei persoane aflate într-o situație de vulnerabilitate accentuată. Indemnizația nu doar că nu acoperă nevoile de bază, dar subminează dreptul acestor oameni la o viață demnă și independentă.
The issue is not limited to one particular group of disabled individuals; rather, it affects a diverse range of categories within this population. For instance, those who are severely disabled receive a monthly benefit of just 132 lei, while those in a similar situation receive a considerably higher amount of 179 lei. These figures not only demonstrate a disconnect from economic reality but also highlight a concerning lack of social solidarity on the part of the state.
FACIAS asserts that the aforementioned allowances contravene international standards pertaining to the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities. It therefore urges the relevant authorities to undertake an expeditious review of these policies. It is of paramount importance that Romania modifies its policies in this regard and provides sufficient and efficacious assistance to the most vulnerable members of society, so that they may enjoy a life of dignity and decency.
In accordance with its international human rights obligations, Romania is obliged to assume responsibility for the protection and support of people with disabilities. FACIAS urges the relevant authorities to give this matter the highest priority and to implement effective measures to enhance these allowances, thereby creating the necessary conditions for people with disabilities to become fully integrated into society.