The Zambia Agency for Persons with Disabilities (ZAPD) has launched a four-year communication strategy, marking a significant step forward in advancing its mission to promote the rights, inclusion, and well-being of persons with disabilities across Zambia.
This document goes beyond communication; it reflects our commitment to ensuring that every individual, regardless of ability, has a voice, a platform, and access to the information they need to thrive.
Special thanks to Eastern Province Deputy Permanent Secretary Dr. Lewis Mwape, ILO Country Director for Mozambique, Zambia, and Malawi Mr. Wellington Chibebe, and the Director General of ZAPD Mr. Frankson Musukwa, alongside other dignitaries that graced the event in Chipata at Protea Hotel.
Some key take home points from the Launch of our Communication Strategy and New website.
The key instruments developed by ZAPD with technical and financial support from ILO other than the communication strategy include the new website, online registry of Organizations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) and the online Research Repository.
The registry gives access to a comprehensive digital directory of OPDs across Zambia, which is organised by area of focus, geographical location, making it easier for institutions, donors and stakeholders to connect with relevant organisations.
The Research Repository on the website will play a vital role in strengthening collaboration between Research institutions, academia and disability organisations.
The Launch marks a significant milestone towards the commitment to create a society where every individual is not only heard but understood.
The strategy will create an environment where no one is left behind and where persons with disabilities can easily access resources and information they need to engage meaningfully in society.
the milestone is a call to focus on implementation of policies, creating decent opportunities that are accessible to all.
a call was made to ensure fair employment practices for providing comprehensive Social Protection programs that meet the diverse needs of persons with disabilities.
ILO stated that they stand ready to support government in ensuring that persons with disabilities fully participate in all aspects of decision-making and societal progress.
Stakeholders urged to continue working together to provide resources and expertise needed to ensure that PWDs are not just included but empowered.
