Advocacy

Advocacy for Disability Right

Voice of Disability Initiative (VDI) is dedicated to advocating for the rights of persons with disabilities, particularly women, girls, and children. We work endlessly to influence the implementation of the Discrimination Against Persons with Disability (Prohibitions) Act 2018, raise public awareness, and promote inclusive policies in education, health, and livelihoods.

Key Advocacy Objectives:

  • Influence the implementation of disability rights laws.
  • Enhance public awareness of disability rights.
  • Support sexual and reproductive health rights for women and girls with disabilities.
  • Promote inclusive education and equal access for persons with disabilities.
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Thematic Areas

Rights of PWDs

Advocacy campaigns to protect the rights of women, girls, and children with disabilities.

Inclusive Education

Ensuring accessible learning environments free from discrimination.

Gender

Addressing gender-based violence and empowering women and girls with disabilities.

Health

Advocating for access to medical facilities and Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights.

Livelihood

Promoting economic empowerment through skills training and access to finance.

Advocacy Activities

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Advocacy Visits

Engaged with institutions like the Federal College of Education (Special) Oyo, Oyo State Agency for Persons with Disabilities, and the Oyo State Ministry of Health to address gaps in policies and promote inclusive practices.

Target Audience

Partnered with organizations like RAMTAQ Consulting and JONAPWD to advance disability rights.

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Awareness Campaigns

Conducted sensitization workshops on Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and sexual reproductive health rights.

Get Involved

Volunteer

Join our efforts to create a more inclusive society.

Donate

Support our advocacy work through financial or material contributions.

VDI remains committed to building a Nigerian society where the rights of persons with disabilities are guaranteed without discrimination. Together, we can make a difference.

Influencing Policy

Voice of Disability Initiative (VDI) drives policy changes to ensure the inclusion and protection of persons with disabilities, particularly women, girls, and children. Our advocacy focuses on integrating disability-friendly policies into government strategies.

Community Engagement

Voice of Disability Initiative (VDI) engages communities to promote disability inclusion, raise awareness, and advocate for the rights of persons with disabilities. Our efforts empower individuals, foster collaboration, and drive grassroots change.

Key Activities

  • Awareness Campaign: Educating communities on disability rights through advocacy and education.
  • Sensitization Workshop: Training community and religious leaders on GBV, SRHR, and inclusive education
  • Collaboration with Local Organizations: Partnering with OPDs and CBOs to address local challenges.
  • Empowerment Program: Supporting women, girls, and children with disabilities through skills development and livelihood initiatives.
  • Advocacy Visits: Engaging with local institutions to promote disability inclusion and policy changes.
  • Community Dialogue: Facilitating discussions to develop collective solutions for disability issues.
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