Introduction
A Market Dialogue was convened in Kisumu County by the State Department for Social Protection, the National Council for Persons with Disabilities, UNICEF, and the Kisumu County Government. This event was a crucial step in implementing the Humanitarian Innovation Program for Children with Disabilities. The primary objective of the dialogue was to identify potential partners capable of providing assistive devices and essential services to children with disabilities within humanitarian contexts.
Dialogue Overview
The Market Dialogue served as a platform for service providers to showcase their products and disseminate information to attendees. The event aimed to enhance accessibility to tailored services and products for children with disabilities.
Key Outcomes
A significant highlight of the dialogue was the announcement by Kisumu County Governor, H.E. Anyang’ Nyong’o, through the CECM for Lands, Physical Planning, and Urban Development, of a directive to waive disability medical assessment fees at all public health facilities within the county. This groundbreaking decision is expected to facilitate smoother registration processes for persons with disabilities in Kisumu County.
Conclusion
The Market Dialogue represents a substantial stride towards improving the lives of children with disabilities in humanitarian settings. By identifying potential partners and fostering collaboration, the initiative seeks to bridge gaps in service delivery and ensure that children with disabilities have equitable access to the support they require. The County Government’s decision to waive disability medical assessment fees is commendable and will undoubtedly have a positive impact on the disability community.
