Discussants at a programme on Monday stressed the need for providing the physically challenged people of the society with rehabilitation, training and job facilities.
They also called for follow-up support for 525 Rana Plaza victims, who have been trained in various trades with help from different organisations, including German GIZ and Centre for the Rehabilitation of the Paralysed (CRP).
The observations were made at a view-exchange meeting on 'paving the way for economic inclusion of persons with disabilities' held at the CRP in the city.
Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association (BGMEA) Vice-President Reaz Bin Mahmood, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Skills Development Council, Ministry of Labour and Employment ABM Khorshed Alam, Founder of CRP Dr. Valerie Taylor and Executive Director of the Centre for Disability in Development and GIZ Programme Coordinator Magnus Schmid spoke on the occasion.
Mr Mahmood said the persons with disabilities can be assets for the economy if they get necessary support and cooperation. Skilled workforce can help the BGMEA reach the US$ 50 billion export target by 2021, he added.
The BGMEA vice president also handed over a cheque to the CRP founder for further development of the Prosthetics and Orthotics School (POS), located at the Bangladesh Health Professional Institute (BHIP) of the CRP.
Dr Valerie praised the GIZ, BGMEA and International Committee for Red Cross (ICRC) for their contributions to the establishment of the POS.
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Call for providing follow-up support for Rana Plaza victims
FE Report | Published: March 17, 2015 00:00:00 | Updated: November 30, 2026 06:01:00
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