Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Bauchi State have expressed gratitude to the USAID-funded State2State Activity for involving them in program implementation.
According to the PWDs, the initiative has consistently engaged them since its inception, providing a platform to address critical concerns, including access to healthcare, inclusive education, and WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) services.
The Secretary General of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD), Bauchi State Chapter, Iliya Isma’il, made this commendation on December 5, 2024, during a roundtable dialogue commemorating the 2024 International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The event was organized by USAID State2State’s Bauchi field office.
Isma’il noted that the program had facilitated direct interactions between PWDs and state actors, fostering collaboration. “These engagements allow us to present our concerns directly to top government officials, including legislators, commissioners, and directors. While progress has been made, much remains to be done,” he said.
Echoing Isma’il’s remarks, the Executive Secretary of the Bauchi State Agency for Persons with Disabilities, Hon. Brisca Joram Aaron, praised USAID State2State for promoting gender and social inclusion. Represented by the Agency’s Director of Administration, Bala Dalhatu, she highlighted recent achievements, including a four-day sign language interpretation training for desk officers in all 20 LGAs—a groundbreaking initiative facilitated by USAID State2State.
USAID State2State Gender and Social Inclusion Coordinator, Chabiyada Eli, emphasized the importance of creating an inclusive environment where PWDs feel valued and actively participate in decision-making. The event brought together stakeholders from MDAs, PWD clusters, implementing partners, and the State Agency for PWDs.
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