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Ensuring Equal Access to Quality Devices for Persons with Disabilities. KICC - June 27 2012 Walter S. Odhiambo - CEO, APDK. Leadership and governance Financing and affordability Service delivery Human resources Production Physical environment
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Ensuring Equal Access to Quality Devices for Persons with Disabilities KICC - June 27 2012 Walter S. Odhiambo - CEO, APDK
Leadership and governance • Financing and affordability • Service delivery • Human resources • Production • Physical environment • Awareness, cultural and social barriers Quality Devices - Barriers to Access
Asses need and unmet need • Adopt relevant legislation, policies and strategies • Provide adequate funding and improve affordability Actions Required for The National Plan of Action
Increase production and/ or supply of devices • Develop appropriate services Actions Required for The National Plan of Action
Educate and train relevant personnel • Establish mutual partnerships Actions Required for The National Plan of Action