A policy born out of sight, not sympathy: Ghana’s new dawn for persons with disabilities
The launch of the Free Tertiary Education for Persons with Disabilities Initiative by His Excellency John Dramani Mahama has ignited renewed hope and pride among Ghana’s disability community. Beyond promises, this policy marks a visionary step; one that recognizes ability over disability and sets Ghana on course to become a continental model of inclusive development. […]
Ghana's President John Dramani Mahama has introduced a groundbreaking policy, the Free Tertiary Education for Persons with Disabilities Initiative, sparking optimism and pride among the nation's disability community. Rather than viewing disability through a lens of sympathy, this visionary policy adopts a lens of sight, capability, and fairness.
Unlike previous measures aimed at charity, this initiative positions disability inclusion as a strategic national development goal. It ensures that all qualified Ghanaians, regardless of disability, can pursue university degrees, Higher National Diplomas (HNDs), or diplomas, by covering academic and residential fees at public tertiary institutions.
The President's emphasis on transitioning from "commiseration to partnership, from exclusion to empowerment, and from antagonism to solidarity" has resonated throughout Ghana, inspiring all who believe in justice and inclusion.
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