Gaza – The city of Gaza witnessed the signing of a cooperation and partnership agreement today between Congress SHIELD – Palestine Commission and the Palestinian General Union for Persons with Disabilities. This agreement aims to strengthen collaboration between the two parties to support and empower persons with disabilities in Palestine, creating a more inclusive environment that ensures their rights and supports their integration into society.
This partnership reflects joint efforts to promote the rights of persons with disabilities, with a focus on implementing programs and projects that aim to improve the quality of life for this vital segment of the community. It also emphasizes raising societal awareness about the importance of including persons with disabilities in various sectors.
During the signing, both parties highlighted the significance of this step in enhancing relationships between local and international institutions and unifying efforts to advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities. The agreement includes provisions for providing material and moral support and organizing workshops and initiatives to enhance the capacities of persons with disabilities.
A representative of Congress SHIELD – Palestine Commission stated that this collaboration is part of the organization’s strategy to strengthen local and international partnerships to serve marginalized and underserved groups. The representative reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to supporting all efforts aimed at improving the lives of persons with disabilities.
Similarly, a representative from the Palestinian General Union for Persons with Disabilities expressed their happiness with this collaboration, praising the active role played by Congress SHIELD in offering support and solidarity with humanitarian causes.
At the conclusion of the signing, both parties pledged to immediately begin implementing the memorandum’s provisions and work jointly to achieve its goals. Their efforts aim to secure a brighter and more inclusive future for persons with disabilities in Palestine.
