The National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) is excited to share the success of our Heroes Unite campaign, and it wouldn’t have been possible without the tremendous support of our partners: Disney Africa, Comic Con Africa, and Mr Price. Together, we continue to make a meaningful difference in support of children and […]
9th World Disability and Rehabilitation Conference (WDRC) 2024 took place in the stunning location of Bali, Indonesia from 02-03 September 2024, experts many came together to celebrate nearly a decade of progress, collaboration, and groundbreaking advancements in disability studies. This year, under the purpose “Empower Collaboration, Worldwide Impact in Disability Studies Advancement“, WDRC united experts, advocates, […]
On Thursday, 08 August, the National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD), in partnership with Integrated Reporting & Assurance Services (IRAS), celebrated a significant milestone in corporate inclusivity at the prestigious The Leonardo in Sandton, Johannesburg. In a powerful ceremony, 14 JSE-listed companies were recognized for their outstanding achievements in employing persons with […]
The National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities in South Africa provides training to Deaf students in the Information Systems and Information Technology Departmentsby Petri du Toit-Rubaba and Talisa Lalthapersad On 24 June 2024, the Information Systems Department’s Deaf Centre in collaboration with the National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) hosted […]
As The National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD), we are actively involved in Universal Access with assessment audits, advice, and training. We also provide support to the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA) amongst others regarding Universal Access. A beach access mat and two amphibious floating beach wheelchairs were recently […]
30 Years of Casual Day and 30 Years of Democracy in SA: Celebrating a Legacy of Inclusion and Impact “I SEE YOU” transcends the ordinary act of seeing with eyes; it is about recognising the inherent worth, dignity, and uniqueness of each of us. The National Council of and for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) launched […]
Mthatha’s silent, unfolding tragedyThe ‘dishcloth’ children of Ikhwezi Lokusa School denied their dignity and human right to learn Matters have gone from very bad to absolutely horrendous for learners at Mthatha’s Ikhwezi Lokusa School. The 200 young people, routinely and callously called fayidukhwe (dishcloths) by the very people appointed to care for them, started the […]
THE DETERIORATING STATE OF IKHWEZI LOKUSA SPECIAL SCHOOL (EC): Today, as we commemorate the International Day for Persons with Disabilities, a day intended for celebration and acknowledgment of triumphs over challenges, my heart is heavy with a sense of sadness and outrage. This poignant reflection stems from a recent session with the parents of Ikhwezi […]
Therina Wentzel shared a heartening update, after a session with parents of learners at Mthatha’s Ikhwezi Lokusa Special School on Thursday, 30 November hosted at APD Mthatha. Parents left feeling empowered, knowing their rights are supported by NCPD and EELC. Inspired by this unity, a parents’ organization is in the making with Beauty’s assistance. Together, […]
Three months have passed since our 29th Casual Day campaign on 01 September 2023, and as we approach the final round-up of this year’s ‘Share A Smile’ campaign at the end of March 2024, we’re eager to share the impact Casual Day supporters have made. A significant challenge faced by persons with disabilities who are […]