
Down syndrome Society Of Kenya
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DSSK is a nonprofit charity organization working for the promotion of the welfare of persons born with the Down Syndrome. IG: 321dssk
Kenya
Joined February 2018
This year's World Down Syndrome Day highlights the importance of support systems for individuals with Down syndrome. It urges both civil society and the government to advocate for more inclusive spaces, allowing people with Down syndrome to live more independent lives.
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Wacha ni seme tena - we have changed the law so that we can change the land! But if you are a person with disability, or know someone who is, that hasn’t ever been assessed and registered for a disability certificate from @Ncpwds - please swipe through to learn how to register
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Did you know that a lot of the tech we enjoy today was originally invented for persons with disabilities? The keyboard, the electric toothbrush, the automatic car, even text messaging! Anyway, that’s a conversation for another day. It being #GlobalAccessibilityAwarenessDay today,
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This morning, I had the privilege of delivering the keynote speech at the Africa Regional Conference on Access to Justice for Persons with Disabilities, hosted by @ICJ_org. It was inspiring to engage with attendees from across the continent. In my speech, I stressed that access
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The Africa Regional Workshop on Access to Justice for Persons with Disabilities brings together key stakeholders from across the justice sector in Africa to push forward legal reforms and promote full compliance with the CRPD and the African Disability Protocol. The goal:
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Speaking at the #CiviSocietyForum session on Financing at the the @GDS_Disability, Inclusion Africa Chairperson Auberon Jeleel Odoom has today made an impassioned case on the need to shift power from donors to Organisations of People with Disabilities. #GlobalDisabilitySummit
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During the Fireside chat on Ageism and Ableism the discussion emphasized the need to move away from charity and medical models toward a rights-based approach for older persons with disabilities, ensuring their active participation in policymaking and program development. Esther
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" As we gather here, our message is to call on African governments not to reinvent the wheel, but to commit, support the 15% " @FatmaWangareHaj vice-chair of the @ADFSecretariat remarks at the #GDS2025 running now @GDS_Disability @ADFSecretariat Enjoy listening to the messages!
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Today, we celebrate World Autism Awareness Day! Let's stand together to promote acceptance, inclusion, and empowerment for individuals on the autism spectrum. Every person deserves to be seen, heard, and valued. #AutismAwarenessDay #WorldAutismDay #InclusionMatters
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3/6 on February 25, 2021, Kenya has made significant strides in its implementation. We are aligning national policies to promote inclusive education and employment for persons with disabilities, strengthening the legal framework to support their employment in line with Article 19
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Earlier today, at the #GlobalDisabilitySummit Civil Society Forum side event, Inclusion Africa Regional Coordinator @FatmaWangareHaj was a panelist on 'Boosting the Nairobi Declaration -Alliancing for African Inclusive Development. #GDS2025 #GDS
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During the side event on "Closing the Gap: Six Principles to Achieve Inclusive Development," Esther Mkamori (@mkamoriesther) highlighted the importance of adaptive management in programming to integrate project learning into development initiatives, aligning with Principle 2 of
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How do civil society organizations navigate shrinking aid while ensuring disability inclusion remains a priority? Join our CEO, Sally Nduta (@SallyNduta1), at the Global Disability Summit #GDS2025 on April 1st at 4 PM for an insightful panel discussion on "Civil Society Forum:
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What happens when ageism and ableism collide—who gets left out, and how do we break the cycle? Join Esther Mkamori (@mkamoriesther), Head of Programs at UDPK, for a #GDS2025 Fireside Chat on "Breaking Down Barriers: The Intersectional Impact of Ageism and Ableism." The session
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#InclusionMeans persons with intellectual disabilities have the right to the highest attainable standard of health including reproductive health. Article 17 of the #AfricanDisabilityProtocol
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On March 21st, we held a wonderful event to join the global celebration of @WorldDSDay With partnerships from Kenya Institute of Special Education @UDPKenya Together, we urge for better support systems to make sure people with Down syndrome are included.
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Tomorrow!! Register now!
Join us for a special #WorldDownSyndromeDay webinar! 📢 Empowering Africa – Strengthening Support Systems for a Brighter Future 📅 27 March 2025 🕒 12:30 PM EAT 🔗 Register: https://t.co/D4t9obA9Uu Let’s work together for inclusion & change! #InclusionMatters #WDSD2025
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Government must make sure there is a support system, so people with disabilities are included in the community. "This is not a call to the government only but to parents, support persons, partners and all stakeholders." Roselyne Mburu #worlddownsyndromeday2025
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"Supported decision-making is meant to develop independence—not to be replaced by substituted decision-making out of fear that persons with disabilities might make mistakes. Everyone makes mistakes. We must respect the right of persons with disabilities to make their own choices,
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