Question NW3733 to the Minister in The Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities
04 January 2024 - NW3733
Sonti, Ms NP to ask the Minister in The Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities
What are the reasons that the formation of the National Youth Development Agency does not include (a) LGBTQI+ persons and (b) persons with disabilities on their board?
Reply:
Members of the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) board are appointed in terms of Section 9 of the NYDA Act (Act No. 54 of 2008) by the President based on a recommendation from Parliament. This question may be ventilated with the Portfolio Committee on Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities as the primary process holder.