PVO Bill poisoned chalice.

The upcoming Public Hearings for the PVO Bill next week show that the government is determined to shut down civic space. 

There is concern that if 10,000 organizations were to express interest in registering to support persons with disabilities, they may be restricted based solely on the fact that they have the same mandate. 

This limitation goes against the fundamental principles of freedom of association and expression, which are essential for a thriving civil society.

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