National Assembly Speaker Sardar Ayaz Sadiq has said that we are determined to make Pakistan a place where everyone has the same opportunities to participate in all walks of life with dignity and self-esteem.
He stated this in his message to the nation on the occasion of International Day of Persons with Disabilities being marked on Tuesday, December 3, across the globe under the auspices of United Nations.
Sardar Ayaz Sadiq said that the day aims to promote a better understanding of disability issues with a focus on the rights of persons with disabilities and gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities in every aspect of the political, social, economic and cultural life of their communities.
He said, “We are committed to build a hopeful future for all segments of our society including the ones with disability. Our challenge is to provide all people with the equality of access they need and deserve. Ultimately, this will create a better world for all.”
The NA speaker said the battles against poverty, disease and discrimination will not be won without targeted laws, policies and programs that empower this group. Let us pledge to keep the promise of the goals alive in the community of persons with disabilities, he said.
