VOICED : Personas con discapacidad protestan en Argentina

In Argentina, a large protest erupted due to the government's decision to cut pensions for thousands of disabled individuals. The public viewed this as discriminatory, as it left many without essential support. In response to national outcry, the Minister of Social Development announced the reinstatement of some pensions, citing errors in application criteria. The government had initially claimed irregularities in pension distribution, affecting those not deemed totally and permanently disabled. Among those affected was a celebrated Paralympic athlete, whose pension was quickly restored. The economic strain is evident, with the cost of living far exceeding pension amounts. Official figures show that while 5 million people in Argentina have disabilities, 60% are employed, and nearly 2 million receive pensions.

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