FUNDED BY
Author: Ahmad Yuniarsyah
HILC Press Conference on the Enabling Masterplan with ASEAN Sectoral Bodies Official in Vietnam
July 21, 2021
On July 21, HILC conducted a joint press conference with VFD and the representative of Vietnam to SOMSWD who is also the focal point to ACWC, Ms. Ha Thi Minh Duc. HILC Project Manager Ms. Nguyen Hong Ha briefly explained the Enabling Masterplan’s action points and emphasized the need to protect the rights…
Virtual Coordination Meeting in Thailand among ASEAN Sectoral Bodies and TAB
July 21, 2021
On July 20, AGENDA partner Thailand Association of the Blind (TAB) conducted a virtual consultation meeting with the representative of Thailand to SOMSWD, Mr. Siripong Sriarkha, to ASEAN Intergovernmental Commission on Human Rights (AICHR) Ms. Amara Pongsapich, and the representative of Thailand to ACWC Mr. Wanchai Roujanavong. TAB requested updates from the three…
Virtual Workshop in Vietnam on Accessible Public Transportation and Buildings
July 14, 2021
On July 13, General Election Network for Disability Access (AGENDA) partner Hanoi Independent Living Center (HILC) in collaboration with Vietnam Federation on Disability (VFD) organized a virtual workshop for government ministries to share disabled people’s organizations (DPOs) recommendations on accessible public transportation and buildings formulated during the DPO coordination meeting on March 31.…
TAB Article on Accessible Public Transportation for Persons with Disabilities
June 26, 2021
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…
PPDI Podcast on Regulations on the Fulfilment of the Right to Employment for Persons with Disabilities
June 25, 2021
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…
TAB Article on Accessibility to Information, Communication, and Education for Deaf Persons
June 19, 2021
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…
NCBM Webinar on Accessibility of Built Environment and Participation of Persons with Disabilities in Decision Making Process
June 18, 2021
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…
CDPO Roundtable Talk Show on Free of Charge Health-Care Services: An Effort for Advancing Equal Access to Health-Care for Persons with Disabilities
June 18, 2021
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…
NCBM Press Statement on Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) 2021
May 21, 2021
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…
