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Our work in Kenya

Kenya is a key economic, transport, and communications hub in East Africa. However, in recent years, the country has faced its worst drought in decades due to multiple seasons of failed rains. People with disabilities have been among the hardest hit, facing even greater challenges in accessing healthcare, education, and employment. 

Despite these challenges, progress has been made in advancing disability rights. In 2007, Kenya was among the first countries to sign the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. The government’s National Council for Persons with Disabilities continues to advocate for the rights of people with disabilities, yet stigma and discrimination remain significant obstacles. 

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What we do in Kenya

Since the early 1970s, we have been working across Kenya to support people with and at risk of disabilities, empowering them to access their rights and reach their full potential. Working alongside local organisations, we improve access to healthcare, strengthen disability-inclusive development, provide emergency assistance, and support community mental health initiatives, so that we can break the cycle of poverty and disability. 

As climate change increases the risk of humanitarian crises, we are committed to ensuring people with disabilities are not left behind in emergency responses. With your support, we can continue to improve healthcare services, provide life-changing treatments, and create livelihood opportunities so that people with disabilities can thrive. 

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36.15%
36.15% of population living in extreme poverty (Our World in Data)

Our work in Kenya

Together with our local partners, we:

  • Improve access to eyecare and healthcare to prevent and treat conditions that lead to disability and ensure people with disabilities can access the treatment they need.
  • Provide emergency aid and support to people with disabilities in times of crisis and make preparations for disasters more inclusive.
  • Offer skills training and essential tools to help people with disabilities earn a living.
  • Ensure access to treatment and support for people with mental health conditions.
  • Challenge stigma and breaking down barriers for people with disabilities.
Your donation counts
Mr Chege, wearing medical scrubs, smiles during an eye examination.
Joyce from Kenya has a physical disability. she is sitting on a tree trunk making baskets to earn a living,

““These transfers are really helpful. I try to sell my baskets to provide for my children but there are days that I have not been able to sell anything, and we’ve slept hungry.”

Joyce, Kenya

Support our work in Kenya

Your generous donation to our charity can make a world of difference to people living with disabilities in Kenya. With your support, we can improve access to healthcare, clean water, education, and employment opportunities for people with disabilities, ensuring they can thrive and enjoy their rights. Together, we can build a more inclusive future. 

Donations from individuals, corporate partnerships, charitable foundations, and legacy gifts are vital in funding our programmes. We also work closely with governments, institutions, and development organisations to strengthen healthcare systems, improve disability inclusion, and drive lasting change.

By donating today, you can help build a more inclusive Kenya where no one is left behind. 

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Juliana wears a patch over her right eye following cataract surgery.
Cecilia is holding her daughter Risper.

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Madagascar
Hadiza looks into the camera, she is wearing a pair of purple glasses.
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Rodgers, sits in his tricycle wearing a striped shirt. He is wearing a bandage over his left eye following cataract surgery.
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