Regional Variation of People with Disabilities in Iraq in 2019

Abstract

The research aims to identify the spatial disparity of people with disabilities in Iraq for the year 2019, as it is a phenomenon and a problem facing our country, Iraq, as a result of the economic, political and social conditions after the year 2003, and it has been increasing in recent years in our society for lack of interest in them.

In order to achieve the objectives of the research, the use of a set of statistical data and methods was used, the use of percentages and a cartographic representation to describe the problem, clarify its dimensions and ways to reduce it, and identify their demographic characteristics.

The research indicated that Baghdad governorate has the highest rate of (1.2 %) for the year 2019 for people with disabilities, followed by Nineveh Governorate and Basra Governorate with a similar rate of (0.6%).

The disability rate for gender also varied, as it increased for males over the females, with the exception of Baghdad Governorate, where the percentage of female disability increased. Disability is also higher in urban areas compared to rural areas.

Movement disability has recorded the highest types of disability compared to sight, understanding, perception, hearing, communication and self-care The study recommended a number of proposals, the most important of which is to continue to complete their educational attainment and integrate them into the labor market as they are an integral part of the community's population.