Recommendations

The study concluded with the following recommendations:

• Stimulate continuous scientific research in the field of independent living and incorporate the resulting recommendations into specific laws and public policies.
• Involve all categories of persons with disabilities in the preparation, formulation, implementation and evaluation of policies related to independent living and self-determination.
• Promote the inclusion of persons with disabilities at the local and global levels through local and international events in which the country participates, which enhances the ability to focus on disability issues and give them due attention, and encourages civil society to increase the participation of persons with disabilities in community services.
• Develop a general strategic framework for promoting and working towards achieving independent living for persons with disabilities. The country has taken this step with Oman Vision 2040, but continuous follow-up and joint efforts are needed to achieve tangible results.
• Promote the concepts of independent living, self-reliance and self-determination among persons with disabilities and their families through awareness, education and training programmes.