Isaac Lupari

Include people with disabilities in your policies: Lupari

There was also a touching opening prayer from former convict, Pastor Philip Vaki, and the master of ceremony Ben Theodore, who is visually impaired.

The bi- monthly meeting is held in Port Moresby.

Chief Secretary Isaac Lupari, when making his speech, said they all inspire him.

He challenged the departmental heads to include people living with disabilities in their policies, to cater to their needs.

Lupari urged the senior public servants to better coordinate and communicate to improve its service delivery.

2017 General Election to be collective approach

Secretary Lupari says that has been numerous Election steering committee meetings to date which have involved representatives of  relevant stakeholders.

He also says that come  April 11, there will be a conference for department heads and provincial administrators.

At this proposed meet, the Electoral Commissioner and the steering committee will brief all the heads on the planning process and engage in discussion so that they can provide input in the election plan being prepared.