The document discusses disability as a global concern, human rights issue, and societal responsibility. It outlines key international mandates that protect the rights of persons with disabilities (PWDs) including the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities and the Salamanca Statement. National mandates that promote the rights of PWDs in the Philippines are also summarized, particularly the Magna Carta for PWDs (RA 7277) and its amendments under RA 9442. RA 9442 provides various privileges and protections for PWDs.