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A digital civic space to raise awareness on gender and disability concerns for social justice and inclusion of women and girls with disabilities. YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@thedisabilitylane Blog: https://thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Sep 21
"Limited knowledge leads to insufficient appreciation of its benefits,”…

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Amplifying Disability Justice: The African Disability Protocol in Action
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · 6d
“No, it’s not the disability. Not being able to conceive can be due to female complications, not because one is a little person or disabled. Let’s stop blaming everything on disability.”

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Digital Activism Meets Rights Awareness: Young Women with Disabilities in Gulu Embrace the African Disability Protocol.
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · 22d
This shows growing interest in understanding the African Disability Protocol (ADP) and what it means for advancing inclusion & justice for Persons with Disabilities across Africa.

Read the article generated from the conversation here thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com/2025/09/amplif…#DisabilityJusticece
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · 22d
Our best-performing InclusiTalk conversation yet!
“Amplifying Disability Justice: The ADP in Action” reached 1K listeners, with 911 replays & 105 live participants.

#DisabilityJustice #ADP #TheDisabilityLane
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Sep 21
"Limited knowledge leads to insufficient appreciation of its benefits,”…

thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com/2025/09/ampl... #RatifyADP #ADPRightNow
Amplifying Disability Justice: The African Disability Protocol in Action
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GBVnet @preventgbvnet.bsky.social · Sep 15
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) refers to the violence that disproportionately affects women and girls in our society. This violence is rooted in gender inequality and power imbalances as a result of the patriarchy. It can take many forms — domestic, financial, physical and sexual.
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Sep 10
Jairus emphasised that representation at decision-making tables ensures policies reflect the real needs of athletes with disabilities.

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Leadership in Disability Sports
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Aug 28
“It’s a stark reminder of the power imbalance that exists between non-disabled and disabled people and that, whether we like to admit it or not, we are at a physical disadvantage.”

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A stranger grabbed my wheelchair and silently started pushing me
It's one of the worst things you can do to a disabled person.
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Jul 31
Promoting the African Disability Protocol through the digital voices and leadership of young women with disabilities in Uganda.
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From Margins to Mainstream: Digital Empowerment of Young Women with Disabilities for ADP Advocacy
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ADD International @addinternational.bsky.social · Jul 16
Well done @disabilitylane.bsky.social for the digital skilling and support you are providing to girls and women with disabilities in Uganda. #DisabilityJusticeFundforWomen
disabilitylane.bsky.social The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Apr 25
Day 1 of the InclusiTalk workshop trained 6 young women with disabilities in digital advocacy to promote the #ADPRights & #UNCRPDNow. They explored inclusion, safeguarding & using digital tools to amplify disability rights. This would not be possible w/out the DJFW by @addinternational.bsky.social
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Jul 16
“Knowing social media platforms like X are accessible really stood out for me, because now I can confidently use them as a space for advocacy and sharing my voice.” - Peruth Nakandi, visual impairment.
The image features a young woman named Peruth Nakandi, who has low vision. She is smiling and wearing a white shirt with patches, one with the ADD International logo and another with InclusiTalk. The background includes a part of a banner related to disability advocacy. The design around her photo is pink, with a circular frame. To the right of her photo, there is a quote about how social media platforms like X have been accessible to her, aiding her advocacy and confidence. Her name and a brief description of her disability are included underneath, along with a five-star rating graphic. The footer contains logos of ADD International, InclusiTalk, and The Disability Lane, along with the slogan "Navigating Disability In Today's World."
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Jul 16
“I used to think accessibility was just about ramps, but now I know it’s about making sure everyone can take part in life equally whether it’s online or in person.” -Edwin Nakabuye, physical disability
The image features a young woman named Edwin Nakabuye, who has a physical disability. She has dark skin, short hair, and is wearing glasses with red frames, a white T-shirt with the ADD International and InclusiTalk logos, and a necklace with a cross pendant. She appears serious and is seated in front of a pink and white background that includes text and graphics related to disability awareness. To the right of her photo, there is a quote about her understanding of accessibility, emphasizing the importance of inclusive participation both online and in person. Her name and a brief description of her as a young woman with a physical disability are included, along with a five-star rating graphic. The bottom of the image contains logos for ADD International, The Disability Lane, and InclusiTalk, with the slogan "Navigating Disability In Today's World."
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Jul 16
InclusiTalk’s first-ever in-person training to enhance awareness and understanding of the ADP, brought together young women w/ disabilities from the central region to build digital skills, grow their advocacy voices and connect w/ the ADP in new ways. Here’s what they had to say on Accessibility.
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Jul 15
This week, we’re sharing highlights from InclusiTalk’s very first in-person training, where young women with disabilities came together to boost their digital skills, grow their advocacy voices, and connect with the #ADP in meaningful new ways. LOCK IN!
#AfricanDisabilityProtocol #DigitalInclusion
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Jul 1
The team will be out of office from 1st July, 2025 to 12th July, 2025, for a restorative break. We will resume operations on 14th July, 2025.
In the meantime time, you may scan our QR Code to gain access to our resources and updates on our work. A splendid 1st July, all.
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Jun 30
“Were you ever called pretty or beautiful as a child?” For many of the speakers, the answer was layered with complexity.

thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com/2025/06/chal... #DisabledandCute #BeautyAndDisability #DisabilityAwareness
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Alive And Able @aliveandable.com · Jun 22
The woman raising 98 children with disabilities

At her 'Home of Hope', Edith Lukabwe cares for children abandoned by their families.

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#Disabled #Disabilities #Accessibility #AliveAndAble
The woman raising 98 children with disabilities in Uganda
At her ‘Home of Hope’, Edith Lukabwe cares for children abandoned by their families.
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Jun 20
Welcoming refugees means including everyone — especially those with disabilities. As aid cuts deepen, refugees with disabilities are being left behind. On #WorldRefugeeDay, we demand a world where no one is forgotten. #DisabilityInclusion #SolidaritywithRefugees
The image features a silhouette of a family walking together, holding hands. The background includes a city skyline with buildings, and the scene appears to be set during the day. On the left side of the image, there is a blue panel with the text "World Refugee Day". On the right side, there is a message about welcoming refugees, emphasizing inclusion and support, with hashtags related to the cause. The image also includes social media handles and a website link for The Disability Lane. The overall tone of the image promotes awareness and advocacy for refugees and individuals with disabilities.
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Jun 12
"Women and girls with disabilities live at the intersection of gender, disability, and often poverty... A manifesto that seeks to drive gender transformation must centre these experiences rather than treat them as an afterthought.”
thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com/2025/06/a-di... #disabilityInclusion
A Disability Inclusive Lens on Uganda’s Women’s Manifesto 2026-2030
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Jun 4
“Over 62% of Persons with Disabilities in Uganda do not have access to and awareness of assistive technology.” - Uganda Functional Difficulties Survey, 2017.
On this #WorldATDay, we join .@Unlock_Everyday to bring attention to this overlooked issue in global development.
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Jun 3
“As one of the world’s most generous refugee hosts, Uganda faces dire consequences due to the World Food Programme’s $110 million shortfall.”
thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com/2025/04/the-... #HumanitarianAction #DisabilityAwareness #FundingFreeze
The Impact of U.S. Foreign Aid Cuts on Democracy and Human Rights in Uganda
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · May 28
A period-friendly world is one where young women with disabilities are not forgotten. Inclusion must be at the heart of every menstrual health agenda.
#MenstrualHygieneDay #PeriodFriendlyWorld
The image features a solid red background with the text "Together for a Hashtag PERIOD FRIENDLY WORLD" prominently displayed in white and bold letters. Below the main text, there are illustrations of four hands of different skin tones, each adorned with a pink and white beaded bracelet. The hands are in different positions, symbolizing unity and solidarity. In the lower left corner, there are logos for “The Disability Lane." In the bottom right corner, there is a circular logo with a blue, pink, and white design resembling a drop of blood within a ring of small white beads. The overall message promotes support for menstrual health and inclusivity.
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · May 28
A toilet without privacy, water, or dignity is a barrier to health. Every period-friendly facility must include accessibility by design.
#MenstrualHealthDay #PeriodFriendlyWorld
The image has a bright pink background with the bold white text "PERIOD FRIENDLY TOILETS FOR ALL" in the center. There are illustrations of various bathroom-related items around the text: a faucet with a water droplet, a soap or soapdish, a bathroom cabinet with a droplet symbol, a soap bar with bubbles, and a sanitary pad with a drop symbol. In the bottom left corner, there is a logo or branding with the words "DXAL | THE DISABILITY LANE," and a round design with beads and a drop symbol on the bottom right. The overall message promotes accessible and friendly toilet facilities for menstruation.
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · May 27
In Their Words: Young Women with Disabilities Speak on Digital Advocacy and the African Disability Protocol
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In Their Words: Young Women with Disabilities Speak on Digital Advocacy and the ADP
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · May 26
“It’s through active participation that we can bring new ideas to the table and hold our leaders accountable.” - Shanah
thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com/2025/05/disa... #InclusiveElections #CivicEngagement
Disability and Democracy in Uganda: A Call for Inclusive Civic Engagement
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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · May 25
“The African Disability Protocol says: inclusion is not charity; it’s our right, our dignity, and Africa’s duty.” Let’s build an Africa where no one is left behind. #AfricaDay2025 #AfricanDisabilityProtocol
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