National Council for Persons with Disabilities

28/10/2026

Congratulations to these young adults on their transition into independent employment! 👏🎉

NCPD celebrates your achievements and acknowledges the Job Discovery Program and employers supporting inclusive employment.

We also acknowledge Nina Tokavou who coordinated the program and continues to support the Job Discovery Program initiative while now serving with the Ministry of Employment. Thank you, Nina, for your continued commitment to creating employment opportunities for persons with disabilities.

These achievements show what is possible when persons with disabilities have access to opportunities and the support they need. Let us continue breaking down barriers and creating workplaces where everyone can contribute, earn an income and thrive.

17/10/2026

10/10/2026

🇫🇯 Happy 56th Independence Day, Fiji! 🇫🇯

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) wishes all Fijians a joyful and meaningful Fiji Day.

Today, we celebrate our nation’s independence, unity, resilience and rich cultural diversity. May we continue working together towards a Fiji where everyone is included and has the opportunity to participate and contribute.

Sharing a few moments from the Fiji Day celebration at the NCPD Western Disability Centre. Vinaka vakalevu to everyone who helped make the celebration special!

Happy Fiji Day! 🇫🇯

03/10/2026

24/09/2026

🤟 **International Day of Sign Languages**

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities joins the Fiji Association of the Deaf in recognising International Day of Sign Languages and shares the greeting from the Honourable Sashi Kiran, Minister for Women, Children and Social Protection.

We celebrate Fiji’s Deaf community and the importance of sign language in communication, inclusion and equal participation. Let us continue to listen to Deaf people and support access to sign language across our communities and services.

23/09/2026

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) wishes the Deaf community in Fiji and around the world a happy International Week of Deaf People, 21–27 September 2026.

This year’s theme, “Declaring Deaf People’s Human Rights,” reminds us to support access to sign language, communication, equal opportunities and full participation in our communities.

Vinaka vakalevu to the Fiji Police Force Fiji Police Force for recognising the Deaf community and sharing this message.



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12/08/2026

📢 **Advancing the Rights of Children with Disabilities in Fiji 🇫🇯**

The **National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD)** welcomes the launch of the **Baseline Study on the Protection and Promotion of the Rights of Children with Disabilities in Fiji** by the Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission.

This important study provides valuable evidence to better understand the experiences, barriers and challenges faced by children with disabilities in Fiji. It will help strengthen policies, programmes and services that promote their **rights, protection, inclusion, accessibility and meaningful participation**.

NCPD recognises the importance of working collaboratively with Government, civil society organisations, Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs), development partners, families and communities to ensure that children with disabilities are included in decisions that affect their lives.

The study also reinforces Fiji's commitments under the **Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC)** and the **Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)**.

NCPD acknowledges the Fiji Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination Commission, UN Human Rights Pacific and all partners who contributed to this important initiative.

We look forward to supporting continued collaboration and action so that **every child with a disability in Fiji can enjoy their rights, participate meaningfully and have equal opportunities to reach their full potential.**

**Nothing About Us Without Us.**

08/07/2026

08/07/2026

**NCPD Western Vocational Training Centre Receives Generous Support from FASANOC**

The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPD) proudly acknowledges the Fiji Association of Sports and National Olympic Committee (FASANOC) for the generous handover of sports equipment and wheelie bins to the **NCPD Western Vocational Training Centre**.

This valuable donation will greatly benefit our trainees by creating opportunities to participate in sports and recreational activities that promote physical health, confidence, teamwork, inclusion, and overall well-being. Sport has the power to inspire, empower, and bring people together, and we are excited for our trainees to enjoy these opportunities.

The wheelie bins will also play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy learning environment while encouraging good hygiene and environmental responsibility throughout the Centre.

We sincerely thank FASANOC for its continued commitment to supporting persons with disabilities and promoting inclusive opportunities within our communities.

We look forward to strengthening our partnership and working together to empower more persons with disabilities through sport, education, and community engagement.

**Vinaka vakalevu, FASANOC, for your generosity and support.**

03/07/2026