This week, Joeita speaks to Cameroon-based disability rights activist, journalist, and lecturer Kesah Princely Nfortoh about the impact of the country's civil war on People with Disabilities in Cameroon and the importance of involving People with Disabilities in the peace process.
Highlights
- Disability, War & the Peace Process - Opening Remarks (00:00)
- Introducing Kesah Princely Nfortoh (01:10)
- The Anglophone Conflict in Cameroon (01:41)
- Impact of Conflict on Persons with Disabilities (03:57)
- Kidnapping of Blind University Student (05:59)
- Disability News Africa (08:30)
- Importance of Access to Technology (14:53)
- Supporting the Peace Process & Disability Inclusion (18:29)
- Involving People with Disabilities in the Peace Process (19:53)
- Closing Remarks (22:42)
- Show Close (23:38)
Links
Foundation for the Inclusion and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
Disability News Africa
Find Kesah Princely Nfortoh online: LinkedIn, X
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