Digital Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities – ICT Access and Equality

This is KICTANet’s work on Digital Accessibility for Persons with Disabilities. We are working directly with Persons with Disabilities towards influencing their access to ICTs as well as their lived experiences and their input towards ICT policy.

 

Some outputs form the program

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Digital Accessibility

Since 2022, this Digital Accessibility program addresses all accessibility issues for Persons With Disabilities, the aged, and anyone affected by Accessibility challenges.

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Bridging the Digital Divide: Empowering Women with Disabilities in Rural Kenya

Bridging the Digital Divide: Empowering Women with Disabilities in Rural Kenya

Women with disabilities in rural regions face more unique cyber challenges than are described in books and journals. The mention that access to digital devices by persons with disabilities is not a priority is an overstatement. It is far away from a secondary need. This, coupled with the intersection of gender, social stereotypes, poverty and illiteracy, throws off the need for internet connection from their priority needs.

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Study Report: Digital Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Kenyan Community Networks

Study Report: Digital Inclusion of Persons with Disabilities in Kenyan Community Networks

“Community networks in Kenya, which operate in digitally marginalised areas, offer a unique opportunity to address barriers faced by persons with disabilities. However, the potential of these networks to inclusively and effectively support PWDs has not been fully explored.”

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KIGF’s Inclusion: A Spot on Multistakeholderism

KIGF’s Inclusion: A Spot on Multistakeholderism

The commitment to inclusivity calls for going beyond the participation of minority groups; to encompass the essential work needed to ensure active involvement of everyone. After all, the call for accessibility isn’t just for PWDs; it’s for the comfort and inclusion of all, including the elderly, individuals with chronic illnesses, and anyone else who may benefit from accessible services at a conference.

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