The Guyana Council of Organisations for Persons with Disabilities (GCOPD) expresses appreciation to His Excellency Dr. Irfaan Ali for the recent announcement regarding the reform of the banking sector and for encouraging more Guyanese to open bank accounts to facilitate…
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Disability Manifesto 2025-2030
GYUANA COUNCIL OF ORGANISATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES DISABILTIY MANIFESTO 2025 Disability Manifesto for Implementation to Continue the Fulfillment of The Rights Of Persons with Disabilities in Guyana 2025-2030 This manifesto has been developed by the Guyana Council of Organisations…
Embracing Neurodiversity: A Step Toward a More Inclusive World
Neurodiversity is the idea that differences in brain function and cognition—such as autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and other neurological variations—are natural and valuable aspects of human diversity. Instead of viewing these differences as deficits, neurodiversity promotes the understanding that different ways…
Diabetes Prevention: Practical Tips for a Healthy Lifestyle in Observance of World Diabetes Day 2024
Hey there, readers! Welcome back to another blog session! World Diabetes Day, celebrated on November 14, is a day to raise awareness about diabetes and its difficulties. Diabetes affects millions worldwide and can lead to vision loss, reduced movement, and…
2023 Annual Report
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Distribution of assistive aids to orientation and mobility beneficiaries.
On May 8th, 2024, the Guyana Council of Organisations for Persons with Disabilities (GCOPD) in collaboration with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, under the of the Special Humanitarian Project, (funded by the Church), distributed assistive and mobility…
UNICEF YOUTH PRE-CONSULTATION
On Thursday, April 11th, 2024, GCOPD in collaboration with the Office of the Resident Coordinator, The Guyana National Youth Council, and the Guyana Youth Environment Network with over 40 youths present. The SIDS CYAS represents a groundbreaking opportunity for young…
SPECIAL HUMANITARIAN PROJECT LAUNCH
Sponsor: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints Speakers: Ganesh Singh – GCOPD Programme Manager Rosemarie Ramitt – GCOPD Programme Officer Lata Devie Jagmohan – GCOPD Representative Keon Cheong – ACEO for SEN – Ministry of Education Colin Caesar –…