NCDA Pushes for Disability Inclusion in Bangsamoro GAD Code

Taguig City, January 31, 2025 – The National Council on Disability Affairs (NCDA), represented by Planning Officer III Mojaira I. Dela Cruz, participated in the final public hearing for the Bangsamoro Gender and Development (GAD) Code, advocating for stronger disability inclusion in policies affecting women and girls with disabilities in BARMM.

NCDA recommended key provisions, including:
1) Accessibility compliance in public facilities as mandated by BP 344
2) Reasonable accommodation in health, legal, and disaster services
3) Disability support services, including assistive devices and communication access
4) Data collection to inform inclusive policy development
5) Creation of a BARMM Regional Committee on Disability Affairs

NCDA also discussed the Regional Committee on Disability Affairs proposal with Ms. Keccy Disamburun from MP Diamila D. Ramos’ office, who committed to raising the matter in upcoming meetings.

The Bangsamoro Parliament aims to finalize and pass the GAD Code before International Women’s Day on March 8, 2025. NCDA remains committed to ensuring disability inclusion in BARMM’s policies and programs.

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