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The Council, in collaboration with its partners, held a significant side event and launched a Baseline Assessment Report on Disability Inclusion in County Governments in Kenya 2025 at the recent Devolution Conference, which took place in Homa Bay County.   Report Overview and Key Findings   The report, which the Council prepared with the invaluable …

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REPORT ON INTERNATIONAL ALBINISM AWARENESS DAY 2025 COMMEMORATION IN UASIN GISHU COUNTY   1. Introduction This report details the commemoration of International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) held on June 13th, 2025, in Uasin Gishu County, Kenya. The event, a collaborative effort between the Council and the County Government of Uasin Gishu, took place at Huruma …

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Council officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with MSI Reproductive Choices Kenya. This partnership aims to ensure that no one is left behind, particularly concerning access to essential Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) services. This collaboration underscores a shared commitment to fostering a more inclusive healthcare landscape for all persons with disabilities …

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The Council, in collaboration with various partners, engaged in an in-depth review of the Persons with Disabilities Act, 2025. This initiative aims to understand the Act’s key provisions to facilitate its implementation. This process led by Disability Advocate Wakili Lawrence Mute, Nominated Senator Crystal Asige, Council Chairperson Elizabeth Chesang, and Ag; CEO Eva W. Njoroge, …

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His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, CGH, President of the Republic of Kenya and Commander-in-Chief of the Defence Forces, assented to the Persons with Disabilities Bill 2023, into law. This new legislation marks a significant gain for the disability community, and the Council celebrates this achievement. The assent to this law is a testament to …

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Introduction A Market Dialogue was convened in Kisumu County by the State Department for Social Protection, the National Council for Persons with Disabilities, UNICEF, and the Kisumu County Government. This event was a crucial step in implementing the Humanitarian Innovation Program for Children with Disabilities. The primary objective of the dialogue was to identify potential …

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Introduction The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), in collaboration with Hope Mobility and the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE), successfully conducted a two-day outreach program in Garissa and its surrounding areas. This initiative aimed to empower persons with disabilities and improve their quality of life. Program Highlights Hundreds of persons with disabilities …

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CELEBRATING INTERNATIONAL ALBINISM AWARENESS DAY IN MOMBASA Introduction The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD), in collaboration with stakeholders, successfully commemorated International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) at the Mombasa Mama Ngina Waterfront on 13th June 2024. Theme and Significance This year’s theme, “10 Years of IAAD: A Decade of Collective Progress,” highlighted the remarkable …

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The Council released its 2nd Disability Inclusion Status Report, offering a critical evaluation of disability inclusion within Kenya’s public institutions for the 2022/2023 financial year. The report focuses on the implementation of the Disability Mainstreaming Performance Indicator.   While Kenya boasts a strong legal foundation promoting disability inclusion (Constitution of Kenya 2010 and Persons with …

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The Council unveiled its much-anticipated strategic plan for 2023-2027 today. This comprehensive plan charts a clear course for building a future where Kenyans with disabilities (PWDs) can fully participate in society. A Roadmap for Inclusion The strategic plan prioritizes several key areas: Raising Awareness: The plan aims to increase public understanding of PWD rights, fostering a …

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