Historical analysis of the political construction process of the disability category Colombia

The historical analysis of the political construction of the category of disability in Colombia makes it possible to understand how this concept has evolved from approaches focused on assistance and rehabilitation toward a rights-based perspective centered on inclusion and social participation. This process has been shaped by legal, institutional, and social changes that have transformed the way the State and society recognize people with disabilities, moving from viewing them primarily as subjects of protection to recognizing them as rights-holders and political actors capable of participating in the development of public policies.