12,000 People with Disabilities Experience Improved Quality of Life in 2024
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At the annual review meeting held in Hue city on January 9-10, the project shared its achievements in 2024, including 6,000 people with disabilities received rehabilitation support; 6,500 people with disabilities received care services, and 800 doctors, technicians, and caregivers received training. Additionally, over 5,000 household members and caregivers received support to develop sustainable livelihoods, helping families of persons with disabilities achieve stable incomes.
“The Inclusion Project has brought about practical changes, significantly improving the quality of life of people with disabilities. We recognize the need to maintain and replicate these models and approaches, and hope that provinces will develop plans to integrate proven methods into their local health systems to ensure long-term sustainability,” said Tran Duc Hung, NACCET Deputy General Director.
The Inclusion Project, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) and implemented by the National Action Center for Toxic Chemicals and Environmental Treatment (NACCET), focuses on supporting people with disabilities in 7 provinces heavily affected by Agent Orange, consisted of Quang Tri, Thua Thien Hue, Quang Nam, Binh Dinh, Kon Tum, Binh Phuoc, and Dong Nai.
The Inclusion Project expands health and rehabilitation support services, social services, strengthens social inclusion support, improves community attitudes towards the rights and policies of persons with disabilities, and ensures social inclusion of persons with disabilities. The project is implemented from 2021 to 2026 with a total budget of USD 65 million.
The project is expected to expand to Quang Ngai, Ca Mau, and Bac Lieu provinces.
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