Section 39: Powers of the Commission.

(1) The Commission shall have power to do any lawful thing, which will facilitate carrying out of its functions and in particular may-
(a) enter into contract for the education and welfare of persons with disabilities;
(b) purchase or acquire any assets, business or property considered necessary for the proper conduct of its functions;
(c) sell, let, lease or dispose of any of its property;
(d) undertake or sponsor research where necessary for the performance of its functions; and
(e) train managerial, technical or other category of staff for the purpose of running the affairs of the Commission.
(2) The power conferred on the Commission may be exercised by it or through any of its employees or agent authorised in that behalf by the Commission.
(3) The Commission shall not be subject to a direction, control or suspension by any other authority or person in the performance of its functions under this Act except the President.