The Women's Wing of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD).
The women's wing of JONAPWD constitutes an essential component of the organization’s structure.
It bolsters advocacy efforts and promotes the rights of women with disabilities across various clusters within JONAPWD.
About Us
The Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) functions as the umbrella organization for organizations of persons with disabilities (OPD) in Nigeria. Established to address the deficiency of legislation affirming the rights of persons with disabilities, JONAPWD seeks to combat the ongoing marginalization of persons with disabilities from societal participation.
Regional and International Collaborations
We engage in collaboration with regional and international entities, such as the World Assembly of Persons with Disabilities (WAFOD), the Africa Disability Forum (ADF), the International Disability Alliance (IDA), and Disabled People's International (DPI).
Critical Issues the Women's Wing Address.
Discrimination.
Sexual and Reproductive Health Rights.
Opportunities for Leadership and Empowerment Among Diverse Women and Girls with Disabilities.
Our Mission!
Our mission is to advocate for an inclusive society where all persons with disabilities are empowered to exercise their fundamental human rights.
Project Highlights!!
JONAPWD develops and implements projects that respond to the diverse needs of persons with disabilities, with particular emphasis on women, youth, and children with disabilities.
- Holding Rights, Leading for Rights.
- Regional & National Advocacy.
- Other Highlights.
