Government responses
Mainstreaming of disability inclusion, participation, and partnerships
- [21 May 2020] The COVID-19 Multi-Sector Response Plan by the Disaster Management Team addresses the needs to protect persons with disabilities, among other vulnerable groups, from abuse and psychological distress. The plan also mentions securing access to services and emergency messages for persons with disabilities.
- [7 September 2020] Persons with disabilities have been exempted from compulsory mask wearing.
- [9 October 2020] The Ministry of Education has launched their COVID-19 Education Emergency Response and Recovery Plan, which highlights accessible learning for all.
Accessible public information
- [30 March 2020] A member of the parliament has conducted a COVID-19 awareness session for persons with disabilities.
Last modified: 6 May 2021
Useful links
Official website(s) on COVID-19
- Official portal on COVID-19: https://covid19.info.gov.pg
- Ministry of Health: https://www.health.gov.pg/subindex.php?news=1
Disability focal point
- Department for Community Development and Religion: http://www.dfcd.gov.pg