The Centre for Employment of Persons with Disabilities (CEPD) fully supports the directive issued by the Chief of Staff revoking all appointments and recruitments made in the Public Services of Ghana after 7th December 2024.
This decision aligns with the principles of good governance and fairness, ensuring that employment opportunities are not manipulated for political gains but rather granted based on merit and inclusivity.
According to CEPD, It is evident that the previous administration, in its rush to make last-minute appointments, did not provide adequate opportunities for vulnerable groups, including Persons with Disabilities (PWDs), to be fairly considered for employment in the public service.
This lack of inclusivity has further deepened the marginalization of PWDs in the job market.
In light of this, CEPD calls on the current administration to take proactive measures to ensure that future public service recruitments are conducted through transparent and equitable processes. Specifically, we urge the government to:
- Establish a Quota System for PWDs in Public Service Employment – To correct the long-standing imbalance, we request that a dedicated percentage of public sector jobs be reserved for qualified Persons with Disabilities, ensuring their rightful place in national development.
- Implement Inclusive Recruitment Policies – Moving forward, recruitment processes must be structured to guarantee that PWDs have equal access to employment opportunities, in line with Ghana’s legal commitments under the Persons with Disabilities Act, 2006 (Act 715) and international conventions.
- Engage Stakeholders in Policy Formulation – CEPD is ready to collaborate with the government, civil society, and relevant institutions to develop policies that promote sustainable employment for PWDs in both the public and private sectors.
As an organization committed to advocating for the rights and economic empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, we commend the government for taking steps to rectify past injustices. We look forward to working together to ensure that future employment practices are inclusive, fair, and beneficial to all Ghanaians, particularly the most vulnerable.
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