Persons With Disabilities called to fight corruption
National Gender and Equality Commission (NGEC) in Murang’a County has urged Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Murang’a to come-up with various strategies to fight corruption.
The Commission’s Chairperson, Dr. Joyce Mutinda, speaking during a consultative meeting with Murang’a County government officials said the Commission will ensure that PWDs are given their rightful role to come-up with strategies to fight corruption.
“We have noticed as a Commission that when we talk about matters of corruption, we are just dealing with every other person besides persons with disabilities,” said Mutinda, adding that moving forward they would want inclusivity when it comes to matters of fighting corruption.
According to Mutinda, as a Commission they have observed that PWDs are either victims of corruption or the perpetrators of corruption hence need to be informed of their role in fighting corruption.
“The Commission will carry out a participation forum in Murang’a where, especially persons with disabilities will be sensitized and informed on their role in fighting corruption,” she said.
The Chair disclosed that NGEC not only advocates for rights of persons with disabilities but also other special interest groups, including women, children, youth, the older members of society, minorities and marginalized groups.
Mburu said that it is the role of the county government and other related stakeholders, to come-up with strategies to fight corruption.
The NGEC visited the County with partners from Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission (EACC), who they have partnered with to deal with matters of fighting corruption.
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