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Disability Initiative CBO

“Empowering Persons with Disabilities, Transforming Communities”

Building an inclusive society where persons with disabilities enjoy dignity, equal opportunities, independence and meaningful participation.

1,500+

Beneficiaries

7

Programme Areas

300

Learners Supported

500

Assistive Devices

750

Healthcare Support

10,000

Community Reached

Who We Are

A community-based organisation serving persons with disabilities

Disability Initiative CBO is a registered CBO under the Department of Social Services, based in Ruiru, Juja Constituency, Kenya. We work alongside persons with disabilities, caregivers and vulnerable households to build dignity, independence and equal opportunity.

Person-centred and rights-based approach

Community ownership and participation

Transparency, accountability and safeguarding at the core

Learn more about us
Inclusive community engagement

Accountability

Registered & Accountable

Disability Initiative CBO is registered as an Organization of/for Persons with Disabilities.

Registration No.
NCPWD/O/76116
Location
Ruiru, Kiambu County, Kenya
Registration Type
Organization of/for Persons with Disabilities

Our Targets

Strategic impact by 2030

Five-year targets from our strategic plan — goals we are working towards, clearly distinguished from current achievements.

1,500+

Persons with disabilities & vulnerable beneficiaries targeted

500

Economic empowerment beneficiaries

300

Learners supported

500

Assistive-device beneficiaries

750

Healthcare beneficiaries

1,000

Social-protection beneficiaries

10,000

Community members reached through advocacy

20+

Strategic institutional partnerships targeted

Economic Empowerment

8%

42 achieved of 500 beneficiaries target

Inclusive Education

9%

28 achieved of 300 beneficiaries target

Healthcare & Rehabilitation

9%

65 achieved of 750 beneficiaries target

Assistive Devices & Accessibility

6%

30 achieved of 500 beneficiaries target

Disability Rights & Advocacy

9%

850 achieved of 10,000 beneficiaries target

Social Inclusion & Protection

12%

120 achieved of 1,000 beneficiaries target

Targets reflect the 2026–2030 strategic plan. Achievements update as programmes progress.

Our Reach

Where we work

Disability Initiative CBO is rooted in Ruiru, Kiambu County, Kenya — serving persons with disabilities, caregivers and vulnerable households across the community.

  • Ruiru

    Kiambu County, Kenya

Programmes

Seven strategic pillars

Our work is organised around seven interconnected pillars that together address the full spectrum of needs and rights of persons with disabilities.

Roadmap

Five-year strategic plan 2026–2030

A phased journey from foundation to sustainable impact.

2026

Foundation

  • Governance
  • Policies
  • Baseline study
  • Partnerships
2027

Programme Expansion

  • Education
  • Healthcare
  • Assistive devices
  • Livelihoods
2028

Growth

  • Increase beneficiaries
  • County-level partnerships
2029

Consolidation

  • Sustainability
  • Income-generating programmes
  • Donor portfolio
2030

Impact & Sustainability

  • Evaluation
  • Institutional strengthening
  • 2031–2035 strategy preparation

Trust & Credibility

Why support us?

A registered, community-rooted organisation committed to disability inclusion, transparency and measurable impact.

Registered organization

Officially registered with the National Council for Persons with Disabilities.

Community-focused programs

Programmes designed with and for persons with disabilities in Ruiru and beyond.

Disability inclusion

Inclusion, dignity and rights are at the centre of everything we do.

Transparent impact

Clear targets and reported progress against our 2026–2030 strategic plan.

Partnership opportunities

Open to partnerships with government, NGOs, foundations and communities.

Accessible services

Services and communications designed to be accessible to all.

Projects

Featured projects

All projects
Inclusive Education Sponsorship
Inclusive Education

Inclusive Education Sponsorship

School fees, uniforms and learning materials for learners with disabilities in primary and secondary school.

Juja, Kiambu28 beneficiaries
Community Disability Rights Forum
Disability Rights & Advocacy

Community Disability Rights Forum

Series of community dialogues and awareness sessions on disability rights and inclusion.

Ruiru320 beneficiaries
Wheelchair Distribution Drive
Assistive Devices & Accessibility

Wheelchair Distribution Drive

Distribution of wheelchairs and mobility aids to persons with physical disabilities across Ruiru and Juja.

Ruiru, Kiambu45 beneficiaries

Stories

Success stories

Real change in the lives of persons with disabilities — shared with consent.

From Isolation to IndependenceAssistive Devices & Accessibility

From Isolation to Independence

A young woman with a physical disability received a wheelchair through our assistive devices programme, enabling her to attend school and start a small tailoring business.

Transparency

Where your support goes

Your generosity funds practical, life-changing support across six core areas.

Assistive Devices

Wheelchairs, crutches, white canes and adaptive equipment that restore mobility and independence.

Accessibility

Removing physical and communication barriers so persons with disabilities can participate fully.

Education

School fees, learning materials and assistive technology so every learner can thrive.

Economic Empowerment

Vocational training, entrepreneurship and income-generating activities for self-reliance.

Community Inclusion

Sports, recreation, peer support and caregiver support that build a sense of belonging.

Advocacy

Disability-rights awareness, community sensitisation and policy advocacy for inclusion.

Every contribution matters.

Your support creates independence and dignity

Every contribution moves us closer to a barrier-free society. Support our work today.

Latest

News & updates

All news
Disability Initiative CBO Launches 2026–2030 Strategic PlanAnnouncement

Disability Initiative CBO Launches 2026–2030 Strategic Plan

The organisation has unveiled its five-year roadmap focused on dignity, inclusion and measurable impact.

2026-01-20

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