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Advocacy in Climate Change
At MZUDO, advocating for the inclusion of women and girls with disabilities in climate change actions and policies is part of our daily work. We believe that no climate response is complete without the voices and experiences of persons with disabilities. Every day, our team engages with community leaders, government departments, and partners to: Promote disability-inclusive climate policies and disaster risk planning Raise awareness on how climate change disproportionately affects women with disabilities Support women and girls with disabilities to take leadership roles in environmental action Ensure that climate-related communications and early warning systems are accessible to all, including those with visual, hearing, and mobility impairments Document and share lived experiences to influence local and national climate strategies Through ongoing dialogue, training, and monitoring of district-level climate planning, MZUDO works to make sure that climate justice is inclusive, accessible, and locally driven. "Our daily advocacy ensures that women and girls with disabilities are not only protected from climate disasters—but are also leading solutions."
Advocacy in Social Programs, Health, Education, and Justice
At MZUDO, we advocate every day to ensure that women and girls with disabilities are included and treated fairly in all areas of public life. Our daily advocacy work focuses on: Health Promoting accessible and inclusive healthcare services, especially sexual and reproductive health (SRH) Training health workers on disability-friendly service delivery Advocating for assistive devices and the removal of physical and communication barriers in health facilities Education Working with schools to promote inclusive learning environments free from stigma and discrimination Supporting girls with disabilities to return to school and stay in school through referrals and community awareness Engaging education authorities to ensure the implementation of inclusive education policies Justice Facilitating legal support and referrals for women and girls with disabilities experiencing violence or rights violations Engaging police, social welfare, and courts to provide disability-sensitive services and justice processes Social Programs Influencing the design and implementation of social cash transfer programs to recognize disability-related extra costs
Economic Empowerment
At MZUDO, economic empowerment is a daily priority, especially for women and girls with disabilities who face limited access to income-generating opportunities due to systemic barriers and discrimination. Every day, our team runs hands-on training sessions in: Tailoring – teaching women how to sew clothes, school uniforms, and reusable sanitary pads Knitting – introducing skills to make sweaters, scarves, hats, and baby clothes-Carpet Making – using recycled materials and fabric waste to produce decorative mats and rugs for local sale These practical skills equip women and girls with disabilities with independence, confidence, and income-generation potential. Graduates from the program are supported to form self-help groups, access local markets, and explore micro-financing options to grow their businesses. “With the skills, they can now support themselves and others.
Capacity Building and Leadership Development
At MZUDO, we believe that real inclusion starts with empowered voices. That’s why capacity building and leadership development for women, girls, and youth with disabilities is part of our daily work.
Every day, we support persons with disabilities to gain the knowledge, confidence, and skills they need to lead, advocate, and influence change in their communities.
Key Focus Areas:
Training workshops on disability rights, inclusive governance, climate justice, and social protection
Leadership mentorship for young women with disabilities to take up leadership roles in schools, communities, and local councils
Peer learning sessions that promote self-advocacy, public speaking, and community organizing
Support for OPDs (Organizations of Persons with Disabilities) to strengthen their participation in policy dialogues and development planning
