National Commission on Disability

07/09/2026

07/09/2026

The Guyana Elections Commission (GECOM), in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), has renewed discussions on making the electoral process more inclusive and accessible to persons with disabilities. According to the Guyana Council of Organisations for Persons with Disabili...

03/09/2026

Expanding opportunities for persons with disabilities through greater access to financing, entrepreneurship and economic empowerment. ♿🇬🇾

𝐏𝐄𝐑𝐒𝐎𝐍𝐒 𝐋𝐈𝐕𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐃𝐈𝐒𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐄𝐒 𝐓𝐎 𝐁𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐅𝐈𝐓 𝐅𝐑𝐎𝐌 𝐃𝐄𝐕𝐄𝐋𝐎𝐏𝐌𝐄𝐍𝐓 𝐁𝐀𝐍𝐊

Persons living with disabilities in Region Six have been assured of access to benefits from the soon-to-be-launched Guyana Development Bank.

Minister of Public Service, Government Efficiency and Implementation, Zulfikar Ally, says the bank will provide zero-interest, collateral-free loans to support persons in starting or expanding businesses.

Speaking at an engagement at the Empower Guyana Centre in Palmyra, Minister Ally encouraged persons to form groups to maximize their access to financing.

He said groups of ten persons, for example, could potentially access thirty million dollars collectively to establish a business venture.

Minister Ally also said applicants will receive step-by-step assistance with developing business plans, managing finances and repaying their loans.

The engagement also gave persons living with disabilities an opportunity to ask questions and receive additional information about the bank.

NCN News/Kyler Rollins

03/09/2026

A meaningful step towards a more accessible and inclusive electoral process for persons with disabilities. 🇬🇾♿

03/09/2026

The National Commission on Disability extends heartfelt congratulations to Afeefa Ally on her outstanding performance at the 2026 CSEC examinations! 🎓👏

Afeefa’s achievement of 10 subjects — 7 Grade Ones and 3 Grade Twos — is truly commendable and reflects her dedication, perseverance and commitment to her education.

Her success is also a powerful reminder of the importance of creating accessible and inclusive opportunities that enable persons with disabilities to pursue their goals and demonstrate their full potential.

Congratulations, Afeefa! We celebrate this remarkable milestone with you and wish you continued success in all that lies ahead. 💙

17/08/2026

**STATEMENT | National Commission on Disability**

Please see the official statement from the National Commission on Disability (NCD) regarding public safety and accessibility.

14/08/2026

The National Commission on Disability recently met with Minister Susan Rodrigues for a productive discussion on advancing accessibility and inclusion within Guyana’s tourism sector. 💙♿

The engagement focused on creating more accessible tourism experiences, promoting disability awareness and strengthening opportunities for persons with disabilities across the sector.

13/08/2026

From conversation to action. 💙
Our Chairman and members of our Commission met with Minister Oneidge Walrond for a meaningful and productive engagement focused on advancing disability inclusion in Guyana.

The discussions provided an opportunity to address key matters affecting persons with disabilities, identify solutions and strengthen collaboration moving forward. Together, we remain committed to turning meaningful conversations into meaningful action and creating a more accessible and inclusive Guyana for all. 🤝♿

13/08/2026

Thank you to the Rights of the Child Commission-Guyana for creating a space for meaningful conversations on disability rights and inclusion. 💙

Together, we continue to raise awareness, promote understanding and advocate for a more inclusive Guyana. ♿

13/08/2026

Edon is a true example of determination, resilience and living without limits. 💙
Born without arms and legs, he continues to show that disability does not define a person’s dreams, passions or potential.

Keep inspiring, Edon! 💙