On September 28-29, the General Election Network for Disability Access (AGENDA) conducted a two-and-a-half-hour intersectional coalition-building training for organization of persons with disabilities (OPDs) partners in Southeast Asia. The training was facilitated by IFES Senior Inclusion Specialist Rebeca Aaberg, IFES Program Manager Maya Jacobs, AGENDA Disability Rights Advisor Tolhas Damanik and AGENDA Program…
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News related to the inclusion of persons with disabilities in elections and other political processes, such as research, technological advancements, and inclusive efforts for upcoming elections.
Article on the Political Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Thailand
On September 16, TAB published its sixth article written by Ms. Chompunut Chalieobun, a disability rights activist who has been voicing the political rights of persons with disabilities in Thailand. By using Enabling Masterplan action point APSC 1, Ms. Chalieobun stated that political rights are fundamental rights for all citizens. She further emphasized…
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CALL and SOMSWD Philippines Joint Press Conference on DPO Recommendations on Employment Rights of Persons with Disabilities
On September 15, CALL Foundation held a joint press conference with the representative of the Philippines to SOMSWD, Ms. Joseline P. Niwane. Ms. Niwane conveyed SOMSWD Philippines’ welcome and support for the DPO recommendations on employment rights for persons with disabilities. CALL Foundation collaborated with the Philippines Information Agency, a government agency that…
Article on the Issue of Accessibility pf Public Transportation for Persons with Physical Disabilities in Thailand
On September 14, AGENDA partner Thailand Association of the Blind (TAB) published its fifth article written by Mr. Sawang Srisom who is a person with a physical disability. The article addressed the issue of accessibility of public transportation for persons with physical disabilities. In his past experiences, Mr. Srisom used to take a…
CALL 2nd Digi Talks in the Philippines
On September 10, AGENDA partner in the Philippines Center for Advocacy Learning and Livelihood (CALL) Foundation held its second Digi Talks to disseminate results from its second online coordination committee discussion organized on August 12, 2021. CALL Foundation is collaborating with seven government agencies to advocate for DPO recommendations on the right to…
CDPO Roundtable Talk Show on Improving Access to Healthcare for People with Disabilities in Cambodia
On September 9, AGENDA partner Cambodian Disabled People’s Organization (CDPO) held its sixth roundtable talk show on how the Department of Health and representatives from organizations for persons with disabilities can improve access to healthcare for people with disabilities. The guest speakers were the Director of BTB Health Department, Dr. Voeurng Bunreth, and…
PPDI Webinar on the Fulfillment of Employment Rights
On September 9, General Election Network for Disability Access (AGENDA) partner Indonesian Disabled People’s Association (PPDI) held a webinar on the fulfillment of employment rights, especially on the right to decent work for persons with disabilities. Chairman of PPDI Mr. Gufroni Sakaril gave welcoming remarks and PPDI Consultant Mr. Ridwan Soemantri shared key…
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Public Dialogue on Advancing Employment and Entrepreneurship Opportunities for Youth Using Digital Technology in the COVID-19 Pandemic Era
On September 2, AGENDA, ASEAN Disability Forum (ADF), ASEAN Youth Organization (AYO) and ASEAN Youth Forum (AYF) jointly organized a virtual “Public Dialogue on Advancing Employment and Entrepreneurship Opportunities for Youth Using Digital Technology in the COVID-19 Pandemic Era.” Before the public dialogue, a preparation meeting was held on August 21 and a…
Consultative Workshop on Accessible Healthcare Services Free of Charge in Cambodia
On August 31, General Election Network for Disability Access (AGENDA) partner Cambodian Disabled People Organization (CDPO) organized a virtual consultative workshop where government officials and disabled people organization (DPO) representatives discussed access to free of charge health care services for persons with disabilities in Cambodia. Mr. Yeab Malino, Director of Department of Ministry…
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