The Federation of Disability Organisations in Malawi (FEDOMA) has called for greater inclusion of people with disabilities in decision-making processes across the country.
FEDOMA Executive Director, Symon Munde, made the remarks in Zomba while launching a project aimed at enhancing the participation of men, women, boys, and girls with disabilities in governance structures.
Munde highlighted that people with disabilities are often excluded from key decision-making bodies such as District Councils, Area Development Committees (ADCs), and Village Development Committees (VDCs), leading to policies that do not adequately address their needs.
“We will implement this project with Zomba District Council, and it is my hope that people with disabilities will benefit from it,” Munde said.
District Gender Officer, Ruperth Kamtsendero, praised FEDOMA for introducing the initiative, expressing optimism that it will enhance inclusivity at district, area, and village levels.
The two-year project, funded by Brot, will also be implemented in Balaka, Kasungu, and Ntcheu.
