Words and a shared vision that emerged during our time at Opportunity Collaboration (OC) 2022 led to the inception of the African Disability Collaboration (ADC). This aspiration took a significant stride forward as all ADC partners met at Kyaninga Child Development Centre (KCDC) in Fort Portal, Uganda, in March 2023. This momentous event served as...
Our Clinical Team Lead, Charles, had the incredible opportunity to participate in the 4-week Civic Leadership Track at the Young African Leadership Initiative(YALI)-Eastern Africa, held at Kenyatta University. Cohort 47, comprising 91 young leaders from 14 East and Central African countries, explored Civic Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Public Management. Proudly representing our organization, Charles was elected...
KCDC is thrilled to have received a Certificate of Recognition from Kabarole District Local Government for our impactful work promoting rehabilitation, counselling and supporting children with disabilities within the community. This recognition is a testament to the dedication of our team and the support of our incredible partners. Thank you, Kabarole District, for this honour!...
Our Physiotherapy Team Leader, Valerie, recently attended the prestigious World Physiotherapy Conference 2023 in Dubai. Every two years, this remarkable event unites the global physiotherapy community – fostering collaboration, innovation and knowledge exchange. The conference provided an unparalleled opportunity for Valerie to connect with experts and colleagues from around the world – exchanging ideas, sharing...
We are humbled to have played a part in the creation of the game-changing Wheelchair Provision Guidelines, co-developed by The World Health Organization, the International Society for Prosthetics and Orthotics and the International Society of Wheelchair Professionals. These guidelines are a crucial step in addressing the global unmet need and inequity of access to quality,...
Read the following article – published in The Independent (https://www.independent.co.uk/happylist/the-challenge-facing-disabled-children-in-uganda-b2309488.html) – on how the birth of Steve Williams’ son inspired him to establish Kyaninga Child Development Centre! I thought the six long years spent building my dream safari lodge in Uganda was going to be the biggest challenge of my life. But my biggest struggle...
FBW Group is playing its part in an innovative project looking to develop and make affordable wheelchairs to improve the lives of disabled young people in Uganda. Kyaninga Mobility, a not-for-profit company, is working to design and develop mobility equipment using local materials. Stuart Harley, FBW director of operations, is a member of the company’s...
It’s #WonderfulWednesday and the team is back in action from a well- deserved break over the holiday season😊 #WonderfulWednesday #outreach #kyaningacdc #fortportal #kasese #Uganda #supportchildrenwithdisabilities
Give the gift of education this Christmas 😊 As Uganda prepares for schools to reopen in January, we’d like to ensure children with disabilities are not left behind. In partnership with Kyaninga Inclusive Model School (KIMS), we’re working to ensure equal access to inclusive education for all children. Visit this link to see how you...
