The Code is issued in terms of section 54(1)(a) of the Act and is based on the Constitutional principle that no one may unfairly discriminate against a person on the grounds of disability.
Key guiding principles of the Code2
| (a) | Human rights and the respect for inherent dignity; |
| (b) | Independence and autonomy of individuals; |
| (d) | Effective participation and inclusion in society; |
| (e) | Respect for difference and diversity; |
| (f) | Equality of opportunity; including equitable representation; |
| 2 | Adapted from Article 3 on general principles from the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, 2007. |
