Supporting the Full Inclusion of People with Disabilities in Kisangani

Description

This project collaborated with the Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ministry of Social Affairs, Humanitarian Action & National Solidarity to work with local and regional government staff and with health and services provider agency staff to raise their awareness of the rights and abilities of people with disabilities in Kisangani, the third-largest city in the country. The project also increased their skills to provide supports that provide full inclusion through training, educational materials, technical assistance, and the creation of a Community of Practice. Furthermore, this project increased the advocacy skills of individuals with disabilities through advocacy training and training to create radio and social media content aimed at raising awareness of the rights and abilities of people with disabilities.

Contact

Lynda Lahti Anderson, Macdonald M Metzger

Director

Lynda Lahti Anderson, Macdonald M Metzger

Funder

U.S. Department of State, Bureau of Public Affairs

Subcontract from

U.S. Embassy Kinshasa [Congo]

Collaborators

The Democratic Republic of the Congo's Ministry of Social Affairs, Humanitarian Action & National Solidarity

Staff

Macdonald M Metzger :: Director of Outreach and Engagement