The National Council for Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) has rolled out the Tunza Mentorship and Career Guidance Programme to foster personal and professional development among physically challenged learners.
The government funded programme aims to promote self-confidence, academic excellence and social integration among persons living with disabilities.
Speaking during the launch of the first ever and one of its kind in history disability mainstreaming training at the University of Eldoret, Uasin Gishu County, Acting (Ag.) Executive Director- National Council for Persons with Disabilities, Eva Njoroge pointed out that the through the programme, the council is keen to ensure equal access to quality education and training for students with disabilities by eliminating barriers to learning and enabling their full participation in the academic environment. "The obstacles we navigate through every day, let them not define you, they are your strength, your perspective and resilience are often what stand out to give your insight to the world around you," noted the Ag.
CEO.
