Cheshire Disability Services Kenya strives for an inclusive society where Persons With Disabilities are resilient and lead quality life
Nairobi, Kenya
Joined May 2015
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This World Teachers' Day 2026, we celebrate the progress made in recognizing teachers' vital role. We also highlight the challenges the profession continues to face, and we call on society and policymakers to protect, promote and elevate its status.
#WorldTeachersDay2026
The anticipated El Nino wmo.int/themes/el-nino-la-ni… discussions are dominating public conversation. But for a person with a disability who cannot access or follow these discussions, because information is not shared in formats they can use, the first question may be What is El Niño?
Quality and appropriate rehabilitation is a key part of interventions for various disabilities, and this can only be effective through proper medical assessment. Our team is currently at Njoro Sub-County Hospital, Nakuru County, for an integrated medical camp.
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Unajua rehabilitation na health services available kwa watoi wako na disabilities mtaa yako?
Hii ndio riba tutakuwa tuna discuss shoke na @MukuruPromotion alongside @CDisability on #Goteana from 4PM
Tune in uchanuliwe, ujibiwe👊
What do we mean when we talk about Building Effective Networks?
For us, it means that we do not have to do it alone. Meaningful impact comes from meaningful partnerships...
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On Friday, Vijana Usawa joined the Kisumu County Health Committee, and partners to advance the Kisumu County SRH Bill, 2025. Together, we're championing the meaningful inclusion of youth with disabilities thro' CBR ensuring autonomy, informed decision-making, and equitable access
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Another win!!
We joined the Kisumu County Health Committee alongside partners to review and strengthen the Kisumu County Sexual and Reproductive HealthCare(SRH) Bill,which is currently at the public participation stage.We call all persons to show up,Voice Yetu strenght Yetu.
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Today, HOVUC joined the County Assembly of Kisumu, NAYAKenya, AYAN Kenya, Cheshire Disability Services Kenya, Women and Girls with Disability in Action, Dreams Redefined, and Talanta Africa for the public participation forum on the 𝗞𝗶𝘀𝘂𝗺𝘂 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝘅𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗕𝗶𝗹𝗹.
The forum attracted a strong turnout from residents across Kisumu County, who reviewed the Bill and made valuable recommendations on adolescent health, financing the Bill's implementation, cultural sensitivity, and equitable access to sexual and reproductive healthcare services within the law.
The County Assembly assured participants that all submissions will inform the next stages of the legislative process.
A strong legal framework begins with an informed and engaged public. We look forward to the Bill progressing to the next legislative stage.
#SRHR #PolicyAdvocacy #PublicParticipation #KisumuCounty
We must bring men and women to the same table, strengthen male champion units as strong advocates against GBV, and push for stringent policies and frameworks that guide gender and disability mainstreaming and disaggregated data collection for gender-responsive budgeting.
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Kenya has launched the AI for Disability Project at Connected Africa Summit 2026, bringing together government, disability experts, innovators and technology partners to develop AI-driven solutions that help persons with disabilities learn, work and thrive in the digital economy.
Disability inclusion is not a programme, it is intentionality. It requires realigning strategies across budgeting, implementation, reporting, monitoring, and evaluation. Importantly, disability audits must also extend to the private sector.
#inclusivecommunity #policytopractice
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Last week, we participated in a CBR/and Meaningful Youth Engagement Training in Nakuru under the BEN–MAPP initiative convened and supported by @CDisability. Our next steps is to turn the learning into practice towards achieving the inclusive society we want.
Do your institutions have safeguarding and child protection policies in place? More importantly, how are these principles upheld within schools, homes, churches, healthcare centers, and communities?
#inclusivecommunity #safeguarding
What to note for learners with Autism spectrum disorders and Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
#inclusivecommunity #autismawarenessmonth
As we mark World Autism Awareness Day 2026, we affirm the dignity, neurodiversity, and worth of all autistic persons while advocating for inclusive education, healthcare, and opportunities for all.
#inclusivecommunity #worldautismawarenessday
Have you ever wondered about the myriad challenges faced by children with cerebral palsy and their caregivers? What can be done to improve their quality of lives?
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How do we ensure that GBVRCs within Level 4s and 5 health facilities are not only established, but also fully operational and inclusive, offering multi-agency, one-stop services for all survivors, including persons with disabilities?
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CHPs play a vital role in promoting timely identification, Correct referral and linking identified cases to various facilities, and integrating screening into community and facility workflow.
#inclusivecommunity
March is Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, a time to share knowledge, foster awareness, and advocate for inclusion and support for persons with cerebral palsy.
#inclusivecommunity #cerebralpalsyawareness
