In a series of empowering advocacy initiatives across Nigeria, mentors and their mentees have been making significant strides in championing the rights of marginalized groups, particularly women and individuals with disabilities. From engaging with local government representatives to participating in community sensitization projects, these advocates […]
On the 30th of November 2023, JONAPWD hosted an event in recognition of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), celebrated annually on December 3. This year’s theme was “Advancing Post-Moratorium Agenda of the Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Act of 2018,” emphasizing […]
In August, a series of impactful advocacy initiatives have taken place across various states in Nigeria, aimed at empowering women and young women with disabilities. These efforts are crucial in addressing the unique challenges faced by this marginalized group and in promoting their rights to […]
We are excited to introduce the dedicated mentors and inspiring mentees from the following states participating in the Pilot Phase of the Mentorship Program under the Holding Rights, Leading for Rights Project: Kano, Bayelsa, Plateau, Lagos, Yobe, Federal Capital, Territory (FCT), and Gombe state. This […]
On May 18, 2023, a significant capacity training workshop was held in Abuja, themed “Capacity Building on Strengthening Cross-Movement Collaboration for Women with Disabilities in Nigeria.” This event brought together women leaders from various organizations within the disability movement, including the Association of Women with […]
Daniella, a graduate of Integrity International Academy, from Gombe state – Nigeria, was not born with any form of disability. She became visually impaired in 2020 after a fever. She had a good score in her Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) exam and had […]
Empowering Women with Disabilities in West Africa The recent press conference in June 2024 marked the official flag-off of a pivotal project aimed at empowering women with disabilities across West Africa. The initiative, titled “Holding Rights, Leading for Rights,” is a collaborative effort supported by […]
The Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities was adopted on December 13, 2006, and opened for signature on March 30, 2007, achieving a historic 82 signatories on its opening day. It emphasizes the shift from viewing persons with disabilities as objects of charity […]
