DEPwD Signs 2 MoUs: One with EMA; Other between ISLRTC & YUNIKEE

Current Context: The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) recently signed two significant Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) to empower persons with disabilities on 9th July 2024 in New Delhi.

• Here are the details:
• MoU with Enable Me Access Association (EMA):
• Objective: To provide training on Universal Design using Indian Accessibility standards and support the Accessible India Campaign 2.0.
• Key Programs: Launch of advanced accessibility training programs for panel accessibility auditors and engineers of the Central Public Works Department.
• Other Objectives: Joint training on Indian accessibility standards, development of a software tool for accessibility education, and highlighting and rectifying policies that undermine the RPwD Act-2016 and other mandatory guidelines.
• MoU between ISLRTC and YUNIKEE:
• Objective: To provide free and accessible skills to the deaf community and their youth.
• Impact: Deaf youth can advance their careers, secure high-quality jobs, and become self-reliant through skill training, including freelancing opportunities.

Question:

1 Which campaign is supported by the MoU with Enable Me Access Association (EMA)?

• A) Accessible India Campaign 2.0
• B) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
• C) Digital India Campaign
• D) Skill India Campaign

Answer: A) To provide training on Universal Design using Indian Accessibility standards and support the Accessible India Campaign 2.0.