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Welcome to Kisumu Disabled Self help Group!
Kisumu Disabled Self Help Group (KIDSEG) is a community-based, non political, non partisan and non profit organization founded in 2003 to champion the rights, dignity and well being of persons with disabilities in Kisumu County and beyond.

KIDSEG amended its Constitution in the year 2019 as per the requirement of its original Constitution. This revised Constitution reflects KIDSEG’s expanded commitment to ensuring that girls and women with disabilities while still serving all persons with disabilities receive focused, equitable opportunities to thrive socially, economically and health wise. It honours our founding vision while ensuring structural clarity, gender responsiveness and organizational growth. The revised Constitution reflects KIDSEG’s evolving mandate, with a renewed focus on empowering girls and women with disabilities while continuing to uphold the rights of all persons with disabilities.

KIDSEG aim to foster an inclusive society where every girl and woman, regardless of ability, can live, work, and thrive with dignity and autonomy. Our multifaceted programs focus on empowering girls and women with disabilities through economic support, advocacy, inclusive sports, health rights, and much more. Here’s how we’re making a difference:

Mission statement: To empower girls and women with disabilities across Kisumu County to reach their full potential through improved health, education, and economic participation.

Vision: We envision communities where every girl and woman, regardless of ability, enjoys equal rights, respect, and access to essential services for wellbeing.

KIDSEG Objectives:
• Close gender disparities exacerbating poor health outcomes and violations of sexual/reproductive rights among disabled females in target regions.
• Equip women and girls with disabilities with health knowledge and self-advocacy skills to demand their entitled care and protections.
• Foster economic inclusion and independence for women with disabilities via vocational skills training, savings groups and business development.
• Amplify voice of disability community advocating for policy changes ensuring accessible, affordable and appropriate healthcare.
• Cultivate evidence-based models of gender/disability-responsive health practices among county providers through facilitated learning exchanges

Our values
• Inclusivity and accessibility: Commitment to creating spaces and opportunities where women with disabilities can access health, economic, and social resources without barriers, ensuring all voices are heard and valued.
• Empowerment and independence: Fostering a supportive environment that encourages autonomy and economic independence through skills development, financial literacy, and employment opportunities.
• Dignity and respect: Upholding every woman’s right to respect, regardless of disability, background, or circumstances, recognizing that dignity in healthcare and social services is essential to equality.
• Education and awareness: Prioritizing education on sexual and reproductive health and other important issues, while also raising awareness in communities to reduce stigma and promote inclusion.
• Advocacy and rights protection: Standing firm on advocating for policy changes that support the rights of women with disabilities, ensuring that their sexual, reproductive, and economic rights are safeguarded.
• Community and solidarity: Building a strong network of support among women with disabilities, fostering a sense of solidarity, and engaging the wider community in understanding and supporting inclusion.
• Sports and well-being: Promoting sports and physical activities as means of awareness and inclusion, supporting both mental and physical well-being, and reinforcing that disability does not limit potential.
• Transparency and accountability: Ensuring that all organizational activities, funding, and outreach efforts are conducted transparently, with accountability to both the community served and the broader public.
• Compassion and social responsibility: Approaching all initiatives with empathy, understanding, and a commitment to the social responsibility of improving the lives of women with disabilities.

Our programs
Economic empowerment
• Vocational Training: We provide tailored training in fields such as IT, crafts, business, and more, preparing women to enter or re-enter the workforce.
• Financial Literacy Workshops: These workshops focus on budgeting, saving, and financial planning to support economic independence.
• Micro-Financing and Start-Up Support: KIDSEG offers grants, loans, and mentorship to help disabled women launch their own businesses.
Advocacy and policy
• Campaigns for equal rights: We advocate for laws and policies that protect the rights of disabled women in employment, education, and healthcare.
• Leadership development: Through training and mentorship, we equip women to become community leaders and advocates.
• Disability awareness programs: We engage the community to increase understanding and challenge stereotypes, fostering respect for disabled women.
Sports for awareness and inclusion
• Adaptive sports programs: KIDSEG organizes adaptive sports activities that promote health and wellness, teamwork, and confidence-building.
• Inclusive sporting events: Our sports events, like wheelchair basketball and sitting volley ball, raise awareness about disability rights.
• Youth and adult sports clinics: By partnering with schools and local gyms, we provide accessible sports opportunities for women and girls of all ages.

Sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR)
• Educational workshops: We cover topics such as reproductive health, consent, and healthy relationships, aiming to reduce stigma.
• Accessible health services: Partnering with healthcare providers, we ensure services are physically and financially accessible.
• Advocacy for inclusive SRHR policies: We work with government and healthcare institutions to create inclusive healthcare policies.
Charity and community outreach
• Assistive devices and mobility aids: We distribute essential mobility aids like wheelchairs, crutches, and hearing aids to people with disabilities in need.
• Community care program: Volunteers provide assistance with daily tasks, medical appointments, and companionship.
• Emergency relief fund: In times of crisis, we offer immediate support to people with disabilities in need of financial or medical assistance.

Get involved
Volunteer with us: Join a passionate group dedicated to making a positive impact.
Donate: Your support helps us continue our vital work and reach more girls and women with disabilities
Partner with us: Organizations and businesses can partner with Kisumu Disabled Self help Group for impactful community projects.
Attend our events: We host regular workshops, sports events, and advocacy panels—follow us to join!

Our impact in numbers
100+ women trained in vocational and financial skills.
500+ girls and women with disabilities sensitized on sexual and reproductive health rights
10,000+ community members reached with disability awareness programs.
500+ assistive devices distributed annually.
50+ inclusive sports events held each year.

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