Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities

SOPVID's overall goal is to promote professional excellence and to champion for an inclusive work environment for professionals with visual disabilities.

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

"Such a powerful moment for the citizens with disabilities in Kenya! This Bill isn’t just a piece of legislation—it’s a lifeline, a promise of dignity, and a step towards real equality. Grateful to see this vision come to life.
@Ncpwds"@PS_JosephMotari @CrystalAsige

[National Assembly KE @NAssemblyKE]

𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗹, (𝗦𝗲𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗡𝗼. 𝟳 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯)

The Bill seeks to give effect to Article 54 of the Constitution; to restructure the National Council for Persons with Disabilities and to provide for its
functions and powers; to provide for the institutional framework for protecting, promoting and monitoring the rights of persons with disabilities; to provide for incentives and reliefs.

The object of the Bill is to repeal the Persons with Disabilities Act,
No. 14 of 2003 and have in place a law that is consistent with the Constitution.

The Bill places emphasis on human rights approach towards realisation of persons with disabilities in Kenya and societal responsibility to protect and promote them.

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

"Fantastic initiative! This is a game-changer for visually impaired learners, opening up new opportunities for education and empowerment. Kudos for championing inclusivity in education! #DisabilityInclusion #AccessibleEducation @KISE2023KENYA @ExperienceUSIU @MastercardFdn

[KENYA INSTITUTE OF SPECIAL EDUCATION @KISE_OFFICIAL]

Kenya Institute of Special Education in collaboration with United States International University Africa and the Mastercard Foundation Scholarship Program, is thrilled to kick off a specialized training program for visually impaired learners.

[Braille Works @BrailleWorks]

What better time to learn how to read braille than during Braille Literacy Month?

#BrailleLiteracy #Braille

[Video: Lou at the Braille Works office explaining how he learned braille when he was younger. Lou explains hand and finger placement for reading braille.]

[ncpwds @Ncpwds]

CALL FOR NOMINATION OF MEMBERS TO THE NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES, 2024.

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

@RLmangilan Many thanks! We highly appreciate you for creating time to attend the discussion.

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

🙏 Sincerely Grateful & Humbled 🙏

To the 400+ participants who joined our X Space discussion on “The Importance of Braille to people who are blind ” this International Braille Day, we are deeply humbled by your incredible turnout and engagement.

#WorldBrailleDay #SOPVID

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

@DariusNdunga Correct. I believe building on what the KICD is doing, teacher training colleges can make this a reality.

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

https://t.co/qAizCUtgqA

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

@fred_haga Yes. This is something that stakeholders should explore. @Ncpwds could take lead in such a discussion.

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

@AmuroLokomol Both the Kenya Constitution and the CRPD to which Kenya is a state party, guarantee persons with disabilities the right to accessibility. Stakeholders need to lobby for this to be mandatory!

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

Thank you for your patience, support, and dedication to accessibility and inclusion. Together, we will keep the momentum going!

#InternationalBrailleDay #BrailleEmpowerment #AccessibilityForAll #SOPVID

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

Though technical challenges cut our session short before the closing remarks and Q&A, please know this is just the beginning of the conversation. We are committed to addressing every question and continuing this vital dialogue in the days ahead.

#WorldBrailleDay #SOPVID

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

https://t.co/dZABCwavD3

[Braille Works @BrailleWorks]

Accessibility takes flight. Air Serbia partners with the Union of the Blind to create accessible air travel for flyers with visual impairments.

#Accessibility #InclusiveTravel
https://t.co/M3VC27KGjx

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

Join Us in commemorating the World Braille Day!

SOPVID is hosting a panel discussion on “The Importance of Braille as a means of communication for persons who are blind/visually disabled” on Saturday 4 January, 2025, at 2:00pm
#worldbrailleday #SOPVID

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

@TheStarKenya @citizentvkenya @NationMediaGrp @ktnhome_ @SpiceFMKE Join us @NderituMash @BrailleWorks @BrailleInst

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

Set a reminder for my upcoming Space! https://t.co/23kIdupmwK

[Society of Professionals with Visual Disabilities @sopvid2003]

Join us @TheStarKenya @citizentvkenya @NationMediaGrp @ktnhome_ @SpiceFMKE