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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.
On June 25, TAB published the English version of its first article addressing the issue of accessible public transportation for persons with disabilities. This article, originally posted on TAB’s Facebook Page on April 1, promotes the Enabling Masterplan action points AEC 10, AEC 16, ASCC 1, ASCC 2 and ASCC 17. The…
Read more TAB Article on Accessible Public Transportation for Persons with Disabilities
On June 24, AGENDA partner Indonesian Disabled People’s Association (PPDI) recorded a podcast titled “Regulations on the Fulfilment of the Right to Employment for Persons with Disabilities: Between Hope and Reality.” The podcast intends to promote the Enabling Masterplan and discusses the various regulations and policies that support and protect the right to…
On June 18, AGENDA partner the Thailand Association of the Blind (TAB) published its third article on accessibility to information, communication and education for deaf persons. The article was written by Mr. Witawat Surittikul, a deaf former teacher at a school for persons with disabilities. Mr. Surittikul argued that although deaf people now…
Read more TAB Article on Accessibility to Information, Communication, and Education for Deaf Persons
On June 17, AGENDA partner the National Council for the Blind Malaysia (NCBM) conducted its second webinar to identify challenges and solutions from relevant stakeholders, including the Malaysian government and persons with disabilities and their organizations, on making built (physical) environments more accessible. Speakers also advocated for the participation of persons with disabilities…
On June 17, AGENDA partner Cambodian Disabled People’s Organization (CDPO) held its fourth roundtable talk show titled “Free of Charge Health-Care Services: An Effort for Advancing Equal Access to Health-Care for Persons with Disabilities.” Speakers included the Deputy Director of Provincial of Health in Kompot province, Mr. San Chheng and Executive Director of…
On May 20, General Election Network for Disability Access (AGENDA) partner the National Council for the Blind Malaysia (NCBM) issued a press statement on Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2021 to promote inclusive digital technology for persons with disabilities in Malaysia. In the press statement, NCBM called upon the Malaysian government to fulfill…
Read more NCBM Press Statement on Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2021
On May 17, AGENDA, the Representative of Indonesia to AICHR and ASEAN Disability Forum (ADF) organized the final webinar of the series of four webinars summarizing of best practices, lessons learned, challenges and next steps in implementing the CRPD approaches and principles during COVID-19. In her opening remarks, Ms. Jillian Ray, Development Counsellor…
AICHR Indonesia in collaboration with General Elections Network for Disability Access (AGENDA) and ASEAN Disability Forum (ADF) is organizing a series of four bi-weekly webinars on advancing the protection of disability rights in ASEAN in the context of post-pandemic on Monday at 09.00 - 12.00 Bangkok/Jakarta time
May 17 Fourth…
On May 5, AGENDA partner Perkumpulan Penyandang Disabilitas Indonesia (PPDI) conducted a second virtual focus group discussion (FGD) on the elimination of stigma and discrimination for persons with disabilities in the workplace. The discussion aimed to increase awareness and understanding of the implementation of the Enabling Masterplan and to encourage the fulfilment of…
