South Sudan marks International Day of Persons with disabilities with fresh push for inclusion

South Sudan on Tuesday joined the global community in marking the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, using this year’s celebration to renew calls for stronger inclusion, representation, and access to services for people with disabilities across the country. The event, held in Juba, brought together government officials, disability rights groups, development partners, and community […]
Gender Ministry, faith leaders unite to advance disability rights in South Sudan

South Sudan’s Ministry of Gender, Child and Social Welfare is partnering with religuous leaders to push for implementation of the United Nations Convention on Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) in South Sudan. The drive comes after President Salva Kiir signed the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) into law […]