What I have learned about Ugandan politics is that wherever there are large budget allocations, there will always be competition over who takes charge. As people continue to fight for these positions, I kindly ask that we do not forget persons with disabilities @UGParalympics . They also deserve support, opportunities, and proper funding.
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The Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAAD) commemorated every year on the third Thursday of May. This day aimed at getting everyone to talk think and learn about digital (web, software, mobile, etc.) access/inclusion.
@EOC_UG appreciates @NUDIPU 's commitment in identifying gaps in Ministerial Policy Statements & the need to see disability issues are captured at Ministry level.
On invitation, we presented the findings following the review of the selected Ministerial Policy Statements.
UNAPD is proud to have recieved a small grant from UNFPA aimed at strengthening the capacity of Organization of Persons with Disabilities(OPDs)in the areas of SRHR/GBV. The two months grant will targets the UNAPD district associations of Wakiso and Mukono @UNFPAUganda
It was a proud moment to see our very own @MwambuOfficial deliver the news so exceptionally on @ntvuganda today!
This is a powerful reminder that when opportunities are made accessible, the potential of people with disabilities knows no bounds.
"Opportunity Opportunity"
Terms of Reference to develop a handbook summarizing the existing legal frameworks on Disability and SRHR/GBV as well as train our District Associations on the summarised frameworks.
@IdiwaNgo (Implementing Partner Organization-IPO), we are super excited about the Building Effective Networks (BEN) Program. Looking forward to better advocacy outcomes with sister IPOs under the able leadership of @UNAPD.
Today marked the beginning of OCA. Big up @BEN-MAPP
Earlier today, IDIWA received a team from UNAPID. The purpose of the visit is to carryout an Organizational Capacity Assessment following IDIWAs selection as a Lead advocacy Organization in Eastern Uganda under the Building Effective Networks (BEN) Program implemented by UNAPID.
An Olympic Champion! Cheptegei! Cheptegei! Cheptegei! This is such a special moment for you! Adding another gold medal to your collection is truly incredible! Uganda is beaming with pride for you. Congratulations, @joshuacheptege1! 🥇 #ParisOlympics2024#TeamUganda
DRF/DRAF Uganda Grantee Convening, theme: "Celebrating Achievements; Accelerating the implementation of Human Rights for PWDs in Uganda". PM UNAPD in a Panel discussions on efforts made by disability movement especially UNAPD towards accessible physical environment in Uganda.
Mpindi also encouraged Persons with Disabilities to embrace government programs such as the Parish Development Model (PDM) to increase their incomes.
He said that 10% of PDM money was ring fenced for them and disbursed to respective perishes.
#DRFGrantees2024
The National Member of Parliament for Persons with Disabilities Hon. @Mpindi79 has thanked all their donors for supporting their activities and all other advocacy groups for their efforts in ensuring that their rights are promoted.
@CUSP_Uganda @DisabRightsFund#DRFGrantees2024