Nondo
| Motto | ...able to do things differently |
|---|---|
| Type | PBO |
| Established | 2011 |
| Location | South C, Nairobi, Kenya |
| Website | www.nondokenya.org |
Nondo is an organization based in Kenya. It is a Public Benefit Organization (PBO) which serves persons with disability in Northern Kenya.
Programs
Advocacy
Entails giving PWDs a voice in the community and space for inclusion and participation.
Caucus
MCA's from Northern Kenya with the support of Nondo formed a Caucus on disability.
Education
Nondo advocates for inclusion and integration of people with disability in education.
Governance
PWDs should be involved in the development process as its their right. Nondo advocates for total inclusion of PWDs in all functions of the government.
Health
Special needs for PWDs make them more vulnerable as some need special equipment for their survival. Nondo advocates for health facilities to cater for PWDs, disability prevention and early intervention.
Social and Economic Empowerment
Nondo works towards challenging the barriers and stereotypes facing PWDs in Kenya. We advocate for protection of PWDs, their consideration in employment and special funds.
The Desert Wheel Race
This is Nondo's main annual event that is held on August. The 2014 edition was launched on 16/06/2014 at the Stanley Hotel. The Desert Wheel Race is now in its third edition and attracts hundreds of participants, attendees and well wishers.
Features
- Wheelchair Race - 1.5 km
- Tricycle Race - 5 km
Isiolo Declaration
The theme for Isiolo Declaration entails the inclusion of Persons With Disability in Kenya's system of governance by 2017.
Partners
- Government of Kenya
- National Council for Persons With Disabilities
- US International Council on Disability
- Hass Petroleum
- Act
- WDU
- CBM
References
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