Services

Advocacy, awareness
and legal protection

FMMH actively works towards shifting societal perceptions and ensuring equal rights for persons with disabilities through:

  • Public Awareness Campaigns: Active Nationwide initiatives such as “Beyond Labels: Embracing Inclusion” which was catered to architects of Mauritius, to challenge stigma and promote positive narratives around disability as well as accessibility.
  • Community Workshops: Sensitisation sessions in schools, local councils, private organisation on accessibility, disability rights, and inclusive behaviour.
  • Corporate Training: Customised programs for employers on inclusive hiring practices, accessibility in the workplace, and respectful communication.
  • Policy Advocacy: Direct involvement in drafting and reviewing national disability policies and collaborating with institutions like TEDPB and Inclusion Mauritius to drive systemic change.
  • Legal Rights Education: Informative sessions to empower PWDs with knowledge of their legal protections and available support systems. Offer free legal advice and support with accompaniment of discrimination cases.
  • Media Engagement: Aiming to have regular features in newspapers, TV, and radio to amplify disability voices and success stories.