{"id":3477,"date":"2021-08-10T08:57:37","date_gmt":"2021-08-10T08:57:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pdon.org\/?p=3477"},"modified":"2025-06-18T09:48:51","modified_gmt":"2025-06-18T09:48:51","slug":"pdon-leads-crpd-advocacy-workshop-focused-on-childrens-rights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pdon.org\/?p=3477","title":{"rendered":"PDON Leads CRPD Advocacy Workshop Focused on Children\u2019s Rights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Garowe, Puntland \u2013 August 9, 2021<\/strong><br>The Puntland Disability Organizations Network (PDON), in collaboration with OPHRD, CSOs, Parliament, and key government ministries, hosted a two-day advocacy workshop aimed at promoting the implementation of the <strong>Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)<\/strong> \u2014 with a special focus on children\u2019s rights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Held at the New Rays Hotel from August 7\u20138, the workshop brought together a cross-section of stakeholders to deepen understanding, share experiences, and strengthen cooperation on inclusive rights for persons with disabilities (PWDs) in Puntland.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Uniting for Inclusive Change<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In his opening remarks, <strong>PDON Chairman Ali Abdi Aden<\/strong> expressed gratitude to the participants for their commitment, emphasizing the importance of collective action to uphold and protect the rights of PWDs, particularly children with disabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants included representatives from Disabled Persons Organizations (DPOs), parliamentarians, ministry officials, and civil society leaders. They engaged in highly interactive sessions featuring presentations, discussions, Q&amp;A forums, and brainstorming activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Key Topics Covered<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The workshop focused on four major areas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Challenges and Rights Violations Faced by PWDs in Puntland<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Understanding the CRPD and its Articles<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Role of DPOs in Advocating CRPD Implementation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Opportunities and Barriers to Inclusion in Puntland\u2019s Context<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Facilitators presented recent statistics and facts highlighting ongoing discrimination and systemic challenges PWDs face in accessing education, health, and public services. One session emphasized how to transform barriers into pathways for inclusion, especially for children with disabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Major Presentations Delivered<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Challenges for PWDs in Somalia<\/strong> \u2013 Based on national and international reports.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mainstreaming Children with Disabilities<\/strong> \u2013 Practical solutions to improve inclusion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>CRPD Articles Explained<\/strong> \u2013 Focused on children\u2019s rights and local relevance.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Notable Outcomes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The workshop concluded with a strong commitment from attendees to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Support government efforts to implement the CRPD \u2014 with a spotlight on inclusive services for children with disabilities.<br>\u2705 Use communication channels and public platforms to raise awareness of CRPD rights.<br>\u2705 Advocate through media, especially social media, to influence public opinion and policy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A <strong>CRPD Advocacy Club<\/strong> was also established, consisting of nine members from diverse DPOs. 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