Disability Guidebook
Summary descriptions of the most common disabilities in low and middle income countries. Kupenda for the Children is registered in the U.S. and Kuhenza for the Children is registered in Kenya.
As our own nonprofit organizations, we report to our respective national governments, manage our own operational funds, and are overseen by our own boards of directors. Each year, Kuhenza and Kupenda collaboratively fundraise to support our joint projects. We have been co-designing and co-implementing disability programs and materials, such as this guidebook, since 2003.
Purpose
The purpose of this guide is to provide caretakers and communities with a basic understanding of common disabilities, including their descriptions, causes, and recommended interventions. This guide
It is intended to be used by families and caretakers because it is focused on children with disabilities.
However, much of the information included is relevant for adults with disabilities as well.
In low- and middle-income countries around the world, many people believe that a person with a disability has been cursed by God or witchcraft and is less than human.
These negative beliefs often result in the neglect, abandonment, abuse, rape, or even murder of people with disabilities. However, when communities have a more accurate understanding of disability definitions, causes, and effective interventions, people with disabilities experience increased access to appropriate healthcare. education, and the love of community that all humans desire and deserve.
