DPI/AP Reports 2009
5th Leadership Training Program in Seoul, South Korea
BACKGROUND
Collaboration among activists and leaders working in the disability field is essential for future developments in the disability movement. Policies and legislation develops as a direct result of leaders and activists promoting positive and sustainable change for persons with disability. In this view, Disabled Peoples' International Korea (DPI Korea) organized the 5th Leadership Training Program in Seoul, South Korea. Only through the advancement of human rights of persons with disability by persons with disability, in line with the motto Nothing About Us Without Us, will the Asia Pacific region see a society equal and tolerant towards diversity.
TRAINING OBJECTIVES
- To share information among disability activists and leaders regarding regulations, policies, services, welfare and human rights conditions for persons with disability.
- Sharing and presenting information on cross-disability issues and networking with governmental and non-governmental organizations to strengthen the disability movement in the region. Forming a network among various disability focus organizations in the Asia Pacific region.
TRAINING OUTCOMES
- Participants had the opportunity to share their experiences and views regarding disability in their country and the region, and promoting their activities.
- The training enabled participants to strengthen their leadership and advocacy skills.
- The training enabled participants to liaise with government departments to further enhance their activities in their countries and in the region.
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Author: Ms. Maria Karagiozakis, Volunteer
Language: English
When: 11/6/2009
