Harmonizing Human Rights Standards – The role of the CRPD in the jurisprudence of the Strasbourg Court

The relationship between the ECHR and the CRPD shows a growing convergence in the protection of the rights of persons with disabilities. While not formally bound by the CRPD the ECtHR in some cases refers to it in its judgements, emphasizing the need for procedural accommodations to comply with the requirements enshrined in Article 6 of the ECHR. Landmark cases, such as Stanev v. Bulgaria (2012) highlight the Court’s emphasis on legal capacity and meaningful participation contributing to a coherent human rights framework in Europe.