Conclusion of the International Scientific Conference “Disability Between Legislation and Societal Transformation” in the City of Tafilah.
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Tobruk, February 6, 2026 – The International Scientific Conference “Disability Between Legislation and Societal Transformation” concluded in the city of Tobruk on Thursday. The closing ceremony reflected the conference’s high scientific level and the importance of its research and societal outcomes.
The conference is considered a prominent international scientific milestone, through which the organizers reaffirmed the commitment of the university and the National Disability Research Center to supporting scientific research, enhancing institutional partnerships, and embedding humanitarian issues at the core of academic and developmental work.
The conference’s final statement emphasized the importance of continuing to develop legislation and policies supporting the rights of persons with disabilities and promoting concepts of social inclusion and comprehensive accessibility.
Tobruk
Tobruk is a port city in eastern Libya that gained significant strategic importance during World War II due to its natural harbor. It was the site of a prolonged and pivotal siege in 1941, where Allied forces held out against Axis attacks for over 240 days.
International Scientific Conference ‘Disability Between Legislation and Societal Transformation’
The International Scientific Conference “Disability Between Legislation and Societal Transformation” is an academic forum focused on examining the relationship between legal frameworks and the evolving social inclusion of people with disabilities. It brings together researchers and practitioners to discuss how laws and policies translate into real-world societal change.
National Disability Research Center
The National Disability Research Center is a specialized institution dedicated to advancing knowledge and policy through research on disability issues. Its history is rooted in the broader disability rights movement, often established to inform legislation and promote inclusion by generating evidence-based studies.
