Ghana’s disability movement has received a significant boost with the unveiling of a new five-year strategic plan by the Ghana Federation of Disability Organisations (GFD), marking a new chapter in the country’s push for inclusion, accessibility, and the protection of disability rights.
The strategic plan, which outlines a comprehensive roadmap for advancing disability rights and strengthening institutional collaboration, comes at a time when national attention toward disability issues is gaining ground in Parliament.
Speaking at the launch, Mr. Dominic Napare, Vice Chair of the Parliamentary Disability Caucus, revealed that membership in the caucus has grown significantly—from an initial 24 Members of Parliament to over 100. The expansion, he said, is evidence of growing legislative commitment to disability issues in Ghana.
“We are no longer a fringe group. The Parliamentary Caucus on Disabilities is evolving into a full committee, equipped with dedicated funding and a strong mandate to exercise oversight and promote accountability,” Mr. Napare said.
He urged disability advocates and organisations to remain visible and vocal, encouraging continued pressure to ensure full implementation of Ghana’s Disability Act and broader compliance across institutions.
The event also served as the formal close-out of a Danish-funded initiative led by the Disabled People Organisation of Denmark (DPOD), which focused on building the advocacy and leadership capacity of GFD and its member organisations. The initiative played a crucial role in developing the new strategic direction.
According to GFD leadership, the five-year strategy is more than a policy document—it is a call to action. It provides a practical framework to coordinate national efforts, amplify the voices of persons with disabilities, and ensure their full and active participation in all facets of development.
With increased legislative backing and a clear strategic path, disability advocates say Ghana is well positioned to accelerate its journey toward a more inclusive society.
