♿ Neftaly Disability Rights Advocacy

Equal Rights. Full Inclusion. Dignity for All.

At Neftaly, we believe that disability is not a limitation—it is a part of human diversity. Our Disability Rights Advocacy work is rooted in the belief that all people, regardless of ability, deserve equal access to opportunities, services, and full participation in society.

We work to break down barriers, challenge discrimination, and amplify the voices of persons with disabilities through education, empowerment, and policy change.

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???? Our Vision

A world where persons with disabilities enjoy full human rights, lead with dignity, and live free from discrimination, exclusion, and poverty.

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???? Our Advocacy Focus Areas

1. Public Awareness & Anti-Stigma Campaigns

• Community dialogues and media outreach to shift mindsets
• Inclusive storytelling through radio, television, theatre, and social media
• Disability awareness training for schools, employers, and government institutions

2. Access to Education, Employment & Healthcare

• Advocacy for inclusive education policies and disability-friendly schools
• Support for employment equity and workplace accessibility
• Engagement with health providers for inclusive and respectful care

3. Policy & Legal Advocacy

• Monitoring and influencing disability legislation and national policy
• Training and supporting activists with lived experience
• Promoting implementation of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)

4. Capacity Building for DPOs (Disabled Persons Organizations)

• Training in leadership, advocacy, and organizational development
• Networking and coalition-building among DPOs, NGOs, and stakeholders
• Resource mobilization and strategic planning support

5. Inclusive Disaster Risk Reduction & Emergency Response

• Ensuring disability is prioritized in humanitarian planning
• Training responders on inclusive emergency protocols
• Advocacy for accessible infrastructure and communication in crises

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???? Who We Work With

• Persons with disabilities, their families, and caregivers
• Disabled Persons Organizations (DPOs)
• Schools, employers, health providers, and public institutions
• Local and national governments
• International human rights networks and coalitions

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???? Impact Highlights

• 5,000+ individuals reached through disability rights education and training
• 350+ leaders with disabilities trained in advocacy and leadership
• 25+ inclusive policy recommendations submitted to governments and institutions
• Active in 10+ countries across Africa with local and global partnerships

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???? Our Approach

• Nothing About Us Without Us: We center the voices and leadership of persons with disabilities
• Human Rights-Based: Grounded in international legal frameworks and national obligations
• Intersectional & Inclusive: Addressing gender, age, poverty, and rural access issues
• Sustainable Impact: Focused on long-term systems change, not short-term charity

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???? Join the Movement for Inclusion

We all have a role to play in creating an accessible, inclusive, and just world. Partner with Neftaly to advance the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities in your community, workplace, or country.