The first ever FSM Disability Forum was held on Aug. 23-26 in Chuuk.
Members of the disabled persons’ organizations from all four FSM states, government stakeholders, and regional partners from the Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat, Pacific Disability Forum, the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, and Disability Right Funds attended the four-day meetings.
Mori said he was grateful that Peter and Perez met with him. He believes the national and state governments of FSM are sensitive to the needs of people with disabilities, but said it is also crucial to have a body in place which can ensure that the FSM National Policy on Disability is adhered to, as well as to comply with the international measures provided for under the U.N. Convention.
Mori said he was glad the FSM Forum for Persons with Disabilities has come together to take the lead in this area.
