The Sang’ida foundation is a non-profit, non-political Community Based Organization (CBO) dedicated to building a barrier free society for Persons with Disabilities. We are focused on realizing equalization of opportunities and human rights for PWDs to live decent livelihoods.
Our mission is centred around the “Commitment to changing negative attitudes and perceptions towards people with special needs among the pastoralists community to enjoying equal rights and dignified lives.”
1. Sang’ida Foundation Safe House
Sang’ida Foundation Safe House
The Sang’ida Foundation is devoted the safety of children with disabilities, providing specialized care and education. It aims to empower and reintegrate these children into their communities while actively advocating for the rights of people with disabilities. Through these efforts, the Sang’ida Foundation strives to create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all.
The Sang’ida Foundation brings together Parents of children with disabilities engage in meetings with government stakeholders, including Children’s Officers, Gender Officials, the Police, and local administration. The agenda encompasses discussions on children’s safety, child protection, parental responsibilities, challenges encountered, and collaborative strategies for moving forward.
2. Livelihoods & Socio-economic Empowerment
Livelihoods & Socio-economic Empowerment
The Sang’ida Foundation is dedicated to fostering resilient pastoral communities by forging strategic partnerships that aid indigenous self-help groups in crafting robust business plans. Additionally, it seeks to identify alternative, compatible livelihoods for groups transitioning away from pastoralism, fostering self-reliance and sustainability within these communities.
Parents of children with disabilities acquire agricultural skills to ensure sustenance. They engage in practical learning sessions, acquiring knowledge and techniques relevant to farming practices.
This initiative empowers them to cultivate their own crops, fostering self-sufficiency and contributing to the nutritional well-being of their families. Through this endeavour, parents not only gain valuable agricultural expertise but also enhance their ability to provide a sustainable source of nourishment for their children with disabilities.
3. Disability Rights Advocacy
Disability Rights Advocacy
The Sang’ida Foundation strives to secure human rights access for Northern Kenya communities by promoting advocacy and engaging key stakeholders in documenting and reporting violations. It focuses on training paralegal officers and human rights defenders, organizing awareness campaigns, and empowering indigenous populations.
The emphasis extends to collaboration with the Africa Commission on Human and Peoples’ Rights and the UN process.
The Sang’ida Foundation plays a critical role in uniting the community with parents of children with disabilities to champion inclusivity. Collaboratively, we advocate for a society that embraces and supports individuals with diverse abilities.
This collective effort seeks to raise awareness about the importance of inclusion and foster a community where everyone, regardless of disabilities, can actively participate and thrive.
Together, parents and the community work towards breaking down barriers and promoting a more inclusive environment that values the unique contributions of all its members.
4. Climate Change Adaptation & Resilience
Climate Change Adaptation & Resilience
The Sang’ida Foundation aids local communities in addressing climate change challenges by collaborating with government and stakeholders to develop legislation, plans, and policies aligned with integrated risk management. It emphasizes strengthening communities, promoting Indigenous Peoples’ traditional livelihoods and natural resource governance, and enhancing the resilience and capacity of grassroots organizations to implement effective climate change adaptation initiatives.
The Foundation aids local communities in addressing climate change challenges by collaborating with governments and stakeholders to develop legislation, plans, and policies aligned with integrated risk management. It emphasizes strengthening communities, promoting Indigenous Peoples’ traditional livelihoods and natural resource governance, and enhancing the resilience and capacity of grassroots organizations to implement effective climate change adaptation initiatives.
3. Young People Mentorship Program
Young People Mentorship Program
The Foundation offers a mentoring initiative specifically designed for young individuals, known as the Young People Mentorship Program. This program is tailored to provide guidance and support to young participants as they navigate various aspects of their personal and professional development. Through the Young People Mentorship Program, individuals can benefit from the expertise and experience of seasoned mentors who are committed to fostering the growth and success of the next generation.
The Sang’ida Foundation convenes young individuals for mental health mentorship facilitated by diverse stakeholders, such as psychology counsellors, religious leaders, local administration, and industry professionals. This collaborative initiative aims to provide comprehensive support, drawing on the expertise of various fields.
Participants benefit from guidance and insights into mental well-being from professionals in psychology, spiritual leaders, local authorities, and industry experts. Through this multi-faceted approach, the Sang’ida Foundation fosters a holistic and inclusive environment for the mental health development of young people.
4. Young People Mentorship Program
Young People Mentorship Program