Dss national assembly news 2018

Here are some news articles and updates from the 2018 National Assembly of the Disabled in Nigeria (DSS):

Theme: "Empowering Persons with Disabilities for Sustainable Development"

Date: November 26-30, 2018

Location: International Conference Centre, Abuja, Nigeria

Key Highlights:

  1. President's Address: President Muhammadu Buhari, represented by the Minister of State for Education, Anthony Anwuka, emphasized the importance of inclusive education and employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.
  2. National Disability Policy: The National Assembly passed the National Disability Policy, which aims to promote the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities in all aspects of Nigerian life.
  3. Accessibility Bill: The Assembly also passed the Accessibility Bill, which seeks to ensure that public buildings, transportation, and infrastructure are accessible to persons with disabilities.
  4. Inclusive Education: The Assembly emphasized the need for inclusive education, with a focus on early childhood education and the development of special education programs.
  5. Employment Opportunities: The Assembly called for the creation of more employment opportunities for persons with disabilities, including in the public sector.
  6. Healthcare: The Assembly highlighted the need for accessible and inclusive healthcare services for persons with disabilities, including mental health support.
  7. Youth Empowerment: The Assembly emphasized the importance of empowering young persons with disabilities, including through education, skills training, and entrepreneurship.

Resolutions:

  1. The National Assembly resolved to establish a National Disability Commission to oversee the implementation of the National Disability Policy.
  2. The Assembly called on the Federal Government to allocate 1% of its annual budget to disability-related programs and projects.
  3. The Assembly urged the Federal Government to establish a National Disability Fund to support disability-related initiatives and programs.
  4. The Assembly called on the Federal Government to ensure that all public buildings and infrastructure are accessible to persons with disabilities.

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