NEW YORK: The Sultanate of Oman participated in the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) for Persons with Disabilities in New York City, USA.
The Sultanate of Oman’s participation comes in confirmation of its commitment to supporting the rights of persons with disabilities and enhancing their capabilities. The participation brought together a group of leaders and practitioners in the field of disability representing several institutions, including the Ministry of Social Development, the Ministry of Higher Education, Research and Innovation, and the Ministry of Justice and Legal Affairs, as well as a number of persons with disabilities.
It aimed to learn about the American experience in providing programmes and services for persons with disabilities, exchange ideas and experiences, and learn about policies and legislation in place to promote the rights of this group. It also aimed to raise awareness and exchange knowledge between Omani experts and their international counterparts in this field.
The programme included a series of workshops and dialogue sessions with experts specialising in the affairs of persons with disabilities, providing participants with the opportunity to develop practical strategies to improve the quality of life for this group in their communities. — ONA
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