The Chargee D’affaires of the Embassy of the United States of America, Mrs. Judes Debaere discussed several matters pertaining to the disabled within the society with Hon. Naddy Zialor on Friday 18th February 2022.
Hon. Zialor, a proportionately elected Member for the LDS caucus expressed that as a person living with a disability and a Member of the National Assembly he advocates for the differently-abled in the country. Hon. Zialor pointed out that he was inspired by the ADA (American Disabilities Act) and his aims are to build cooperation and relationship with other countries to support the empowerment and betterment of the people living with a disability in Seychelles. Hon. Zialor detailed his vision of seeing a more disabled-friendly society in terms of infrastructure, legislation, and the education system.
Mrs. Debaere was thrilled to know more about Hon. Zialor’s journey and how he is adapting to his new political ventures. She further described Hon. Zilaor as an inspiration for all youth across the world living with a disability.
Their discussion revolved around how the USA through the Embassy can further support and empower persons living with a disability in Seychelles and Hon. Zialor expressed support towards respective programmes in sectors like education and exposure for teachers working with children who have special needs. He further called on Mrs. Debaere for support with special needs equipment, especially for the blind and deaf pupils which will enhance their learning skills in education.
The meeting concluded with Hon. Naddy Zialor expressing his gratitude to Mrs. Debaere and looks forward to continued cooperation between Seychelles and the USA. Mrs. Judes Debaere equally expressed her appreciation for the meeting and conveyed the support of the USA towards the vision of a more inclusive and accessible Seychelles.
Editors Note: The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law on July 26, 1990, by President George H.W. Bush. The ADA is one of America's most comprehensive pieces of civil rights legislation that prohibits discrimination and guarantees that people with disabilities have the same opportunities as everyone else to participate in the mainstream of American life - to enjoy employment opportunities, to purchase goods and services, and to participate in State and local government programs and services.
