Government launches “CBID Program” on Rehabilitation of Divyangjan

WHY IN NEWS? The Union Minister of Social Justice & Empowerment has virtually launched a 6-month CBID (Community Based Inclusive Development) Program on rehabilitation of Divyangjan (Persons with Disabilities). About: Developed by: The programme has been co-designed by the Rehabilitation Council of India and the University of Melbourne. Aim: The programme aims to create a pool of Grassroot rehabilitation workers at the community level. These workers will be trained for successfully discharging their duties. After training, the workers can then work alongside the ASHA and Anganwadi workers. They can handle cross-disability issues and facilitate the inclusion of persons with disabilities in society. The....Read More