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Empowering Women with Disabilities in Karonmajigi
A Transformational Training Initiative by NAWA-ORG
Welcome to an inspiring chapter in the journey toward empowerment, inclusion, and growth. The National APC Women Advocacy Organisation NAWA-ORG. is proud to launch a groundbreaking training program designed to uplift and empower the women of Karonmajigi , a vibrant community in the satellite area of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja. Nigeria. This initiative focuses on empowering women living with disabilities, providing them with the tools, skills, and support needed to thrive.
Spearheaded by the visionary Director-General of NAWA-ORG Dr Amina Kundiri, this program represents a profound commitment to ensuring that no woman is left behind. It is a bold step toward creating a society where every woman, regardless of her physical challenges, has the opportunity to succeed and contribute meaningfully to her community.
The Goals of the Training Program
1. Skill Acquisition and Development: Participants will gain practical skills in various trades and crafts, equipping them to start small businesses or improve their economic independence.
2. Entrepreneurial Empowerment: The program includes workshops on business management, financial literacy, and marketing strategies to help women build and sustain successful ventures.
3. Community Building and Inclusion: Beyond training, the initiative fosters a sense of belonging and encourages collaboration among women in the community.
4. Advocacy for Disability Rights: By spotlighting the strengths and potential of women with disabilities, this program challenges stereotypes and promotes inclusivity across the Federal Capital Territory and beyond.
Why Karonmajigi?
Kurmajiji is home to a diverse and resilient community of women with unique challenges and opportunities. By focusing on this satellite area, NAWA-ORG. seeks to address systemic barriers to empowerment, ensuring that the women ofKaronmajigi are equipped with tools for sustainable growth and prosperity.
A Vision of Change
The Director-General of NAWA-Org envisions this program as the first step in a broader movement to empower women with disabilities across Nigeria. By investing in their potential, this initiative seeks to inspire a ripple effect that will impact families, communities, and the nation at large.
Empowering Women with Disabilities in Karonmajigi: Addressing Gender-Specific Challenges
As part of its mission to empower persons living with disabilities (PLWDs), the National APC Women Advocacy Organization (NAWA-Org) has launched initiatives in Karonmajigi to equip participants with skills for self-reliance and income generation. However, women with disabilities face additional gender-specific challenges that significantly impact their personal care, well-being, and ability to thrive.
Challenges Identified in Karonmajigi
1. Maternal Health and Parenting: Women with disabilities face unique challenges during pregnancy, childbirth, and parenting. Inaccessible healthcare facilities and lack of specialized care for pregnant women with disabilities make safe motherhood difficult. Parenting is further hindered by limited resources and societal stigma, which undermine their ability to raise children effectively.
2. Stigma and Bias: Women with disabilities often encounter discriminatory attitudes that view them as incapable of fulfilling traditional gender roles, such as being wives, mothers, or providers. This stigma reduces their opportunities for support and inclusion.
3. Access to Skills and Resources: While training programs empower women with technical skills, limited access to essential tools, equipment, and childcare support restricts their ability to apply these skills. Phones and other digital tools are particularly important for marketing and communication, yet they remain out of reach for many.
4. Economic and Emotional Burdens: Balancing household responsibilities with their disabilities and income generation often leaves women overwhelmed. Broken promises from supporting organizations exacerbate their economic struggles, eroding trust and hope for long-term support.
Requests from Women with Disabilities
1. Maternal and Childcare Support: Access to inclusive healthcare, maternal support services, and childcare resources is essential for improving the well-being of mothers with disabilities and their families.
2. Stigma Reduction Campaigns: Programs promoting disability and gender awareness are critical to shifting societal perceptions and fostering inclusive attitudes.
3. Tools for Empowerment: Women with disabilities need tools like production equipment and mobile phones to expand their skills, market products, and connect with broader networks.
4. Consistent Support Systems: Reliable and sustained support from stakeholders—such as local and international organizations—is crucial to restoring trust and encouraging independence.
NAWA-Org’s Commitment to Women with Disabilities
NAWA-Org recognizes the compounded challenges faced by women with disabilities and is committed to creating tailored interventions:
• Healthcare Advocacy: Promoting accessible healthcare services and maternal care programs.
• Resource Mobilization: Providing essential tools, phones, and childcare support to enable women to pursue economic activities effectively.
• Market Access Initiatives: Connecting women with disabilities to consistent buyers and markets for their products.
• Community Engagement: Conducting disability awareness campaigns to address stigma and bias, ensuring inclusive community participation.
A Call to Action
Empowering women with disabilities is not just an act of support but a step toward achieving gender equity and inclusion. NAWA-Org urges individuals, organizations, and stakeholders to join hands in breaking barriers, fulfilling promises, and investing in the future of these resilient women. Together, we can create a world where all women, regardless of ability, thrive and succeed.
Join Us in Making a Difference
This program is more than training—it’s a declaration of hope and a testament to the power of collective action. Together, we can create a society where every woman, regardless of ability, has the chance to shine.
