President Asif Ali Zardari, reiterating Pakistan's commitment to full participation of persons with disabilities (PWDs) in all aspects of life, urged society to help create an environment for their dignified treatment and provide them resources to thrive.
"Together, let us reaffirm our commitment to a more inclusive Pakistan, where every individual, regardless of their ability, has the opportunity to reach their full potential," the president said in his message on International Day of Persons with Disabilities annually observed on December 3.
He said the Day was observed to promote the rights, well-being and inclusion of PWDs in all spheres of society and acknowledge the resilience, strength, and invaluable contributions of PWDs and their families towards the society.
He noted that in order to ensure the full participation of PWDs in all aspects of life, Pakistan had made significant strides in empowering and uplifting them through various legal and institutional frameworks.
The president maintained that the promulgation of the ICT Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2020 stood as a landmark achievement, guaranteeing improved accessibility, vocational training, job opportunities, and an inclusive environment for PWDs in all walks of life.
"The establishment of the ICT Council on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities under this Act represents another critical step toward ensuring a comprehensive, coordinated, and inclusive approach to addressing the challenges faced by PWDs" he added.
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