On 7 November 2026, the Technical Committee on Humanitarian Affairs, in partnership with persons with disabilities, organized ‘Inclusive Cyprus: A Bicommunal Forum on Disability and Sustainability’. In her remarks at the opening session, the Personal Envoy of the Secretary-General on Cyprus, María Ángela Holguín, commended the work of the Technical Committee and underscored the importance of cooperation, dialogue and understanding between the two sides for the benefit of all Cypriots, noting that the work of the Technical Committees provides a model of good practice for a future united island.
Participants from across the island shared their experiences living with disabilities, highlighting challenges related to accessibility in employment, education and transport. They emphasized the importance of inclusive practices and identified opportunities and recommendations to strengthen the participation and inclusion of persons with disabilities across the island.
The Technical Committee on Humanitarian Affairs is facilitated by UNFICYP and the UN Secretary-General’s Good Offices Mission in Cyprus.
