Development of a Communication Strategy for the Zambia Agency for Persons with Disability (ZAPD)

The Government of the Republic of Zambia in response to the challenges faced by persons with disabilities established the Zambia Agency for Persons with Disabilities (ZAPD), an Institution established under the Persons with Disabilities Act No. 06 of 2012 of the Laws of Zambia. The main role of ZAPD as stipulated in the Act is to promote public awareness relating to the prevention of disabilities and the care of persons with disabilities. In order to strengthen the capacity of the ZAPD to fulfil its mandate, there is need to develop a Communication Strategy. Therefore, the aim of this assignment is to develop a Communication Strategy including Information, Education and Communication (IEC) materials that will focus on raising awareness on disability through targeted messages shared through selected appropriate communication channels.