One in Five Women with Disabilities Face Dual Bias, UN Woman Says
Timed with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the agency exposed how this systemic bias blocks access to critical services, economic advancement, leadership roles, and civic engagement for millions.
"Advancing social progress requires societies that respect the rights, dignity and leadership of women and girls with disabilities," the organization declared in an official statement.
The UN highlighted that women and girls with disabilities make vital contributions across care systems, economies, community strength, and peace initiatives—proving that societies gain power when infrastructure embraces accessibility, inclusion, and fundamental human rights.
The statistics reveal a stark reality: one in five women globally lives with a disability—accounting for roughly 20% of the female population, compared to just 12% among men, according to UN data.
UN Women emphasized that eliminating these barriers isn't just about equity—it's essential for unlocking the full potential these women bring to every sector of society.
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