GENDER DISPARITIES IN THE EMPLOYMENT OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES IN THE REPUBLIC OF UZBEKISTAN: LEGAL GUARANTEES AND CHALLENGES OF THEIR PRACTICAL IMPLEMENTATION

The article examines the legal and institutional framework for ensuring gender equality and the realization of the right to work of persons with disabilities in the Republic of Uzbekistan. Particular attention is paid to the ways in which gender stereotypes, social attitudes and the organization of work affect the employment opportunities of this population group. The provisions of international legal instruments, national legislation and the main directions of state employment policy are analyzed. The study considers barriers related to the accessibility of vocational education, workplace adaptation, employer practices and interaction among state institutions. Based on the analysis, the article identifies directions for improving inclusive employment mechanisms that take into account gender-specific factors and the individual needs of persons with disabilities.