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The Botswana Council for the Disabled is an umbrella body for and of NGOs providing Services to persons with Disabilities in Botswana
Botswana Council for the Disabled (BCD) was established in 1980 as not for profit non-governmental organization (NGO). This body came into being as a result of studies commissioned by government of Botswana; following the National Development plan 1973-1978 declaration which declared insufficient attention paid to people with disability in Botswana.
- To provide comprehensive information and instrumental guidance on policies, laws.
- To empower and create awareness to Persons with Disabilities, their families, care givers and the public about their rights and services.Suscipit Sagittis
- To guide implementation of associated programmes enshrined in the legal framework and pronunciation
The Disability Rights Handbook app serves as a key resource for family, care givers and diverse professionals, aiming to promote and implement the rights of persons with disabilities as stipulated by various policies, national and international laws. It is designed to help stakeholders learn about the legal requirements, resources available and ensure Persons with Disabilities’ rights are protected to the maximum extent of the law. Moreover, it allows one to jump from rights into areas of interest, to applications and programmes. It shares insights on concepts on human rights framing, enabling protocols, policies and legal framework.
Rosalina William
