SERVICES

Services of the National Commission on Disability

Access registration support, public education, identification cards, accessibility guidance, discrimination reporting, duty-free concession processing, and referrals for persons with disabilities.

Promoting and protecting rights

NCD services are designed to support persons with disabilities, strengthen access to information, and connect communities with practical guidance.

8 Core Services

A clear set of NCD service areas for persons with disabilities and partner organizations.

Registration & ID Support

Practical assistance around registration and disability identification cards.

Rights & Accessibility

Guidance on disability rights, legislation, accessibility, and discrimination reporting.

CORE SERVICE AREAS

How the Commission can assist

A clear set of NCD service areas for persons with disabilities and partner organizations.

Permanent Disability Registration

Registration support for persons with permanent disabilities.

Sensitization Workshops

Outreach sessions on disability rights, legislation, and responsibilities for relevant groups.

National Household Surveys

Conducting household surveys to gather information on persons with disabilities across Guyana.

Disability ID Cards

Development and distribution of identification cards for persons with disabilities.

Accessibility Guidance

Advising organizations and private agencies on accessibility guidelines.

Discrimination Report Desk

Operating a report desk for persons with disabilities who need to raise discrimination concerns.

Duty-Free Vehicle Concession

Facilitating the initial processing of duty-free concession requests on vehicles for persons with disabilities.

Service Provider Referrals

Referring persons with disabilities to providers such as Food for the Poor and the Ministry of Human Services and Social Security.

MANDATORY REGISTRATION OF ORGANIZATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

The National Commission on Disability (NCD) reminds all civil society groups, non-governmental organizations, and associations operating for or on behalf of persons with disabilities in Guyana of their statutory obligation under the law.

Pursuant to Part IV, Section 6(2) of the Persons with Disabilities Act (Cap. 36:05):

“An organisation for persons with disabilities shall register with the Commission.”

Registration ensures your organization is recognized under the law, included in national policy consultations, and eligible for official institutional support, collaborative programs, and network referrals.

How to Register Your Organization:

Visit Us: National Commission on Disability, Lot 49 Croal Street, Georgetown

Call: (592) 226-4566 | (592) 703-1725

For Persons with Disabilities

Direct service and referral support for individuals who need NCD assistance.

Registration of persons with permanent disabilities
Development and distribution of disability identification cards
Discrimination reporting support
Initial processing of duty-free vehicle concessions
Referrals to service providers

For Organizations & Groups

Outreach and technical guidance for public, private, and community stakeholders.

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49 Croal Street, Stabroek Georgetown

info@ncdguyana.org