ISLAMABAD: Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) joined the international community in celebrating the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), under the theme ‘Strengthening the Leadership of Persons with Disabilities for an Inclusive and Sustainable Future’.
In his message on the occasion, Chairman PRCS Sardar Shahid Ahmad Laghari emphasized the importance of promoting inclusion and empowering persons with disabilities to play leadership roles. “At PRCS, we believe that no one should be left behind. People with disabilities are integral to our society, and their voice, leadership and contributions are essential to building a sustainable and inclusive future. ‘Without us, we Guided by the principle of ‘nothing about’, PRCS is committed to creating opportunities and removing barriers so that they can live their lives with dignity and purpose,” he said.
PRCS has been at the forefront of supporting vulnerable populations, including persons with disabilities, through its comprehensive Protection, Gender, and Inclusion (PGI) program. From providing assistive devices and livelihood support to conducting awareness sessions, PRCS is actively working to alleviate the challenges faced by people with physical, sensory, and cognitive disabilities.
Chairman Leghari reiterated the commitment of PRCS to help communities without borders or prejudice, saying that the society will continue its mission of serving every segment of the population with compassion and care.