By: Apiah-Kubi
The Department of Social Welfare in the Nkoranza North district of the Bono East Region has supported persons with disabilities (PWDs).
The move, according to the department, formed part of government initiatives, typically funded by a portion of the District Assembly’s Common Fund.
The program designed to support beneficiaries’ economic empowerment, education, and health needs saw a total of 60 beneficiaries, an increase from 33 during the previous disbursement.
Items disbursed include fufu pounding machines, deep freezers, tilling machines, and pecuniary support for healthcare and education, valued at GH¢188,043.00.
The director of the Department of Social Welfare and Community Development, Nana Yaa Pormaa Asante, attributed the program’s success to the release of funds by His Excellency John Dramani Mahama and the DCE, adding that “funds are allocated transparently and equitably to ensure beneficiaries receive timely and adequate support.”
She noted that the aim is to promote inclusion, independence, and equal opportunities.
The District Chief Executive, Hon. Effah Patrick, shared that the initiative is part of a supportive vision from President Mahama aimed at developing the lives of PWDs.
He emphasized that the government has uncapped the PWDs’ common fund, generating an increase in the number of PWDs.
“We are preparing a place for the PWDs as their workshop settlement,” the DCE hinted.
Mr. Owusu Kwadwo James, the Ghana Federation of Disability (GFD) chairman, expressed gratitude to the government and the DCE for their unwavering support to PWDs.
He further called on his fellows to put the items to good use.
Source: ignewss.com | Ghana