Forum wants to improve the lives of ‘forgotten’ community members
The organisation is set to launch as an official political social movement on November 1.
Kwa-Thema – Newly formed non-profit organisation Disability and Elderly Persons Forum (DOPP) promises to change the lives of disabled citizens and the elderly.
The organisation held an awareness campaign on Wednesday at Holiness Church.
President of the organisation, Doctor Mayisela, said after 25 years of democracy the disabled and older members of the community remain forgotten by the government.
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“Our needs are not considered, they talk a good game but with no action.
“We still lack access to education and job opportunities, and we were promised houses by government but so far still there’s no change.
“What we need is to have an active voice in parliament to educate and inform the ruling party about the needs of the disabled and elderly citizens,” said Mayisela.
The organisation is set to launch as an official political social movement on November 1.
“What we have been doing is assisting those in need with basic necessities such as wheelchairs, seats for wheelchairs, walking sticks and offering a support structure to those who are most vulnerable.
“Today we are here to listen to the cries of the people in this place and formally introduce ourselves and the organisation.
“Our vision is to help people living with disabilities and assist pensioners to live a dignified and fulfilling life,” said the organisation’s public relations officer Nonhlanhla Mabuza.
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National spokesperson for the organisation, Boyce Mkhwanazi, explained that policies are in place, but due to poor implementation the disabled community remains oppressed.
“It is important to have a voice which will represent us in parliament where decisions are made.
“There are different kinds of disabilities, which means different needs for different people which people in power usually do not take it into consideration,” said Mkhwanazi.
For enquirers contact the spokesperson on 079 796 2674.
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