West Coast Disability Forum - WCDF

28/09/2026

Today we celebrated the 11th Annual General Meeting of the West Coast Disability Forum (WCDF).

It was a wonderful opportunity to reflect on another good year of working together, strengthening relationships and continuing our shared commitment to the care and support of persons with disabilities.

Thank you to every organisation, representative and partner who continues to contribute to the work of the Forum. We are grateful for another year of cooperation, shared learning and working together in support of the people we serve.

We look forward to another year of building on these relationships and continuing this important work together.


NG Kerk Vredenburg-Akkerdyk

28/09/2026

Giving thanks after another blessed year. 🙏

This morning, 28 September 2026, the West Coast Disability Forum (WCDF) held its 11th Annual General Meeting.

The WCDF brings together organisations and people across the West Coast who are committed to supporting, empowering and improving the quality of life of persons with disabilities.

We work together towards greater inclusion, accessibility, opportunity and empowerment — because Inclusion Matters.

What a special way to end our AGM: standing together, holding hands and singing Thank You, Lord, giving God thanks for another year and for all that has been accomplished together. 🙏

Here’s to continuing the work, together.

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13/12/2025

On International Day for Persons with Disabilities, the West Coast Disability Forum proudly hosted an Awareness March in Saldanha, and what a powerful day it was.

Hundreds of people, including persons with disabilities, filled the streets with unity, visibility and hope. Organisations from across the West Coast, all working daily to support and care for people with disabilities, stood side by side to promote inclusion and strengthen awareness in our region.

The day continued at the Multi-Purpose Centre with a joyful and meaningful celebration for our disability community.

A sincere thank you to every participant, supporter, organisation and volunteer who made this day possible. Together we continue to affirm that inclusion matters, dignity matters, and people with disabilities deserve to be seen, valued and celebrated 💛

04/12/2025

A big thank you to Saldanha Bay Municipality and La Grange Elektries for sponsoring all the water for our Disability Awareness Walk on 1 December in Saldanha, held in honour of International Day for Persons with Disabilities.

Your generosity made a huge difference on that hot day, keeping every participant refreshed during the march and providing plenty of water at the event that followed at the Saldanha Multi-Purpose Centre, where food was served and many fun games were enjoyed.

Your support helped us raise awareness that inclusion matters, accessibility is essential, and every person deserves to be seen, valued, and included.

Thank you very much. We couldn’t have done this without you. 💛💛💛


Saldanhabay Municipality

04/12/2025

Yesterday at the International Day for Persons with Disabilities march in Saldanha, the West Coast Disability Forum had the privilege of meeting Hesmari Meyer, Ms Deaf South Africa Finalist.

What an incredible young woman. Her story of endurance, strength and courage makes her a true role model for people with disabilities across our region and beyond.

We are proud that she is from Vredenburg and we wish her every success in the competition ahead. Let’s rally behind her. Please support her. Please support local!


Hesmari Meyer - Ms Deaf South Africa 2025/26 Finalist

03/12/2025

A very special thank you to Amber and the Umoya Energy team for their wonderful contribution and sponsorship towards today’s West Coast Disability Forum event at the Multi-Purpose Centre. 💛

Your support added so much joy to the day and helped make this celebration truly meaningful for our disability community. We deeply appreciate everything you did to make the event a success.

Pictured here with Amber is Chrisna du Plessis, the chairperson of the West Coast Disability Forum.

Thank you once again, Amber and the whole Umoya Energy team. Your kindness made a real difference today.


Umoya Community

03/12/2025

A big thank you to the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC), the Department of Social Development, and the Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport for their valuable contribution towards the success of today’s International Day for People with Disabilities event.

Your support helped create a joyful, meaningful, and memorable day for our disability community. We truly appreciate your partnership and commitment. 💛

03/12/2025

Today, on International Day for People with Disabilities, the West Coast Disability Forum hosted a wonderful celebration at the Saldanha Multi-Purpose Centre. 💛

We would like to extend a special thank you to the Speaker of Saldanha Bay Municipality, Olwene Daniels, for visiting the event and addressing the crowd. Thank you so much, Speaker, for your time, encouragement, and support. Your presence meant a great deal to everyone who attended.