They are four times more likely to experience physical violence or sexual assault, and twice as likely to never attend school. Of those lucky enough to start school, most drop out after a few months due to feelings of exclusion or stigma.
They are being forgotten, hidden and left behind.
2023
We expanded our work into Zimbabwe to reach more children with disabilities so they are safe, thriving and heard.
Our plans in Zimbabwe288
young children with disabilities enrolled into early childhood education in
Malawi.
1,300
community members engaged through our disability rights awareness events in Tanzania.
Impact in Tanzania874
parents of children with disabilities trained in safeguarding their children's rights in Rwanda.
Impact in Rwanda1,227
children with disabilities now have improved access to education through inclusive sport activities in Kenya.
Impact in Kenya1,899
children with disabilities supported to enrol into mainstream inclusive education in Uganda.
Impact in Uganda68
parents of chilren with disablities registered into parent suport groups in Zambia.
Impact in Zambia