Dear all,

Let us all join in congratulating the disability community on the occasion of the International Day for Persons with Disabilities (IDPD).

Since its inception in 1992, this day has marked significant progress in the inclusion and integration of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in society. This progress is worth celebrating.

Notably, in Kenya, we have seen great initiatives aimed at empowering and improving the socio-economic participation of PWDs.

Firstly, the KICTANet Digital Accessibility program has actively worked with PWDs, undertaking various initiatives such as research, capacity building, and advocacy to ensure equity and equality in the ICT sector for persons with disabilities.

Secondly, on the 28th of November 2023, the National Council for People with Disabilities launched a Self-Registration service under E-Citizen, a few months after devolving the council services to the counties. This service will ease the previously tedious and cumbersome registration process for PWDs.

Another win for persons with disabilities is the public-private partnership between NCPWD, Safaricom PLC, and FUZU to waive data charges for the NCPWD.FUZU job portal. I believe this will encourage more individuals with disabilities to join the workforce and actively participate in socioeconomic development towards self-independence.

In conclusion, I believe that inclusion is achievable. Let us all celebrate this day and recognize the strides made in the inclusion and integration of persons with disabilities in society.

Happy International Day for Persons with Disabilities!

Nicodemus Nyakundi

ICT Accessibility & Equality for PWDs

KICTANet

Nicodemus Nyakundi

ICT Accessibility & Equality for PWDs

KICTANet

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