The Malawi Council for Disability Affairs (MACODA) in collaboration with the Epilepsy Warriors Foundation (EWF), on Wednesday conducted an orientation session on the new Persons with Disability Act for persons with disabilities and members of the Chikwawa District Disability Forum (DDF).
Speaking during the orientation MACODA’s District Rehabilitation Officer for Chikwawa, Elizabeth Khumbanyiwa, said they decided to orient stakeholders on the new Act to promote inclusive and accessible communities while protecting the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities.
Chief Executive Officer for EWF, Chifundo Petrol said the “new Act will assist those who suffer in silence to speak out and get help”.
Chikwawa District Disability Forum Chairperson, Walters Malunga has urged the organisers to ensure timely orientation of all stakeholders.
By Priscilla Mwakifuna, MANA
