Events
Explore our events calendar and see how we're engaging with communities, raising awareness, and celebrating the achievements of persons with disabilities across Kenya.
International Day for Persons with Disabilities 2025
Theme: Amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future
Nyabondo Centre hosted a community-wide celebration marking the International Day for Persons with Disabilities. The event brought together persons with disabilities, their families, community leaders, healthcare workers, and partners to celebrate the achievements of persons with disabilities and renew our collective commitment to inclusion, accessibility, and empowerment.
Highlights
- Keynote address by the Administrator, Sr. Ludovena Anyango Onyino on disability leadership and inclusion
- Panel discussion featuring persons with disabilities sharing their success stories
- Assistive device exhibition showcasing locally fabricated prosthetics, orthotics, and mobility aids
- Cultural performances by persons with disabilities from the community
- Launch of the SHINE Project (2026–2029) in partnership with CBM Kenya
- Distribution of assistive devices to 50 beneficiaries
- Community awareness sessions on disability rights and inclusion
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International Day for Persons with Disabilities 2024
Theme: Amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future
Nyabondo Centre celebrated the International Day for Persons with Disabilities with a focus on leadership and inclusion. The event highlighted the contributions of persons with disabilities to community development and featured discussions on creating accessible environments for all.
Highlights
- Opening ceremony with the Administrator, Sr. Ludovena Anyango Onyino
- Launch of BEN MAPP II programme supported by Cheshire Disability Services Kenya
- Vocational training exhibition showcasing products made by persons with disabilities
- Panel discussion on disability inclusion in the workplace
- Distribution of mobility aids to 35 beneficiaries
- Community sensitization on disability rights
- Sports activities and games promoting inclusion
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International Day for Persons with Disabilities 2023
Theme: United in action to rescue and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals for, with, and by persons with disabilities
The 2023 celebration focused on collective action to achieve the SDGs for persons with disabilities. Nyabondo Centre brought together stakeholders from government, civil society, and the private sector to discuss inclusive development and the role of persons with disabilities in achieving the global goals.
Highlights
- Keynote address by the Administrator on achieving SDGs for persons with disabilities
- Panel discussion with county government officials on inclusive policies
- Assistive technology demonstration and exhibition
- Launch of community awareness campaign on disability inclusion
- Distribution of 40 assistive devices to beneficiaries
- Workshop on disability-inclusive programming for partner organizations
- Cultural performances and testimonies from beneficiaries
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International Day for Persons with Disabilities 2022
Theme: Not all disabilities are visible — Promoting inclusive and accessible communities for all
The 2022 celebration marked Nyabondo Centre's ongoing commitment to inclusion and accessibility. The event raised awareness about invisible disabilities and the importance of creating truly accessible communities where every person, regardless of their disability, can participate fully and thrive.
Highlights
- Opening remarks by the Administrator, Sr. Ludovena Anyango Onyino
- Awareness session on invisible disabilities and mental health
- Medical screening and health check-ups for community members
- Assistive device fitting and distribution to 30 beneficiaries
- Community dialogue on breaking stigma and discrimination
- Art and craft exhibition by persons with disabilities
- Referral services for 25 children with disabilities
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