The initiative focused on vocational skills and entrepreneurial development, aiming to strengthen social inclusion, rehabilitation, and employment opportunities. Participants were equipped with practical knowledge to promote self-reliance, improve livelihoods, and encourage active involvement in community development.
President of the Gambia Federation of the Disabled, Magistrate Muhammed Krubally, emphasised the importance of such capacity-building programmes in empowering persons with disabilities to achieve independence and economic stability.
Director of Social Welfare, Alaye Barra, noted that vocational skills such as tailoring, carpentry, and digital training can significantly enhance economic independence, support families, and enable meaningful contributions to society.
DPS Finance at the Ministry of Gender, Children and Social Welfare, Dello Bah, acknowledged that limited access to vocational training and entrepreneurial support remains a major challenge, restricting many persons with disabilities from fully participating in the economy.
Digital Inclusion
Participant Alieu Jaiteh of the Start Now organisation highlighted the importance of digital inclusion. He explained that the training would enable participants to effectively utilise social media platforms to promote their businesses while ensuring accessibility for all.
The programme is expected to equip beneficiaries with essential vocational, technical, and entrepreneurial skills, improving their business prospects and overall livelihoods. By fostering independence and inclusion, the initiative represents a step forward in ensuring that persons with disabilities can contribute meaningfully to national development.
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