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The Disability Lane
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A digital civic space to raise awareness on gender and disability concerns for social justice and inclusion of women and girls with disabilities.

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The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Sep 21
"Limited knowledge leads to insufficient appreciation of its benefits,”…

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Amplifying Disability Justice: The African Disability Protocol in Action
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“No, it’s not the disability. Not being able to conceive can be due to female complications, not because one is a little person or disabled. Let’s stop blaming everything on disability.”

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Digital Activism Meets Rights Awareness: Young Women with Disabilities in Gulu Embrace the African Disability Protocol.
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October 28, 2025 at 4:53 PM
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Our best-performing InclusiTalk conversation yet!
“Amplifying Disability Justice: The ADP in Action” reached 1K listeners, with 911 replays & 105 live participants.

#DisabilityJustice #ADP #TheDisabilityLane
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October 13, 2025 at 8:16 AM
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"Limited knowledge leads to insufficient appreciation of its benefits,”…

thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com/2025/09/ampl... #RatifyADP #ADPRightNow
Amplifying Disability Justice: The African Disability Protocol in Action
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September 21, 2025 at 8:10 PM
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Violence against women and girls (VAWG) refers to the violence that disproportionately affects women and girls in our society. This violence is rooted in gender inequality and power imbalances as a result of the patriarchy. It can take many forms — domestic, financial, physical and sexual.
September 15, 2025 at 10:20 PM
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Jairus emphasised that representation at decision-making tables ensures policies reflect the real needs of athletes with disabilities.

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Leadership in Disability Sports
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September 10, 2025 at 6:35 PM
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“It’s a stark reminder of the power imbalance that exists between non-disabled and disabled people and that, whether we like to admit it or not, we are at a physical disadvantage.”

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A stranger grabbed my wheelchair and silently started pushing me
It's one of the worst things you can do to a disabled person.
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August 28, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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Promoting the African Disability Protocol through the digital voices and leadership of young women with disabilities in Uganda.
thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com/2025/07/from... #ADPRightNow
From Margins to Mainstream: Digital Empowerment of Young Women with Disabilities for ADP Advocacy
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July 31, 2025 at 6:01 AM
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Well done @disabilitylane.bsky.social for the digital skilling and support you are providing to girls and women with disabilities in Uganda. #DisabilityJusticeFundforWomen
disabilitylane.bsky.social The Disability Lane @disabilitylane.bsky.social · Apr 25
Day 1 of the InclusiTalk workshop trained 6 young women with disabilities in digital advocacy to promote the #ADPRights & #UNCRPDNow. They explored inclusion, safeguarding & using digital tools to amplify disability rights. This would not be possible w/out the DJFW by @addinternational.bsky.social
July 16, 2025 at 7:51 AM
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InclusiTalk’s first-ever in-person training to enhance awareness and understanding of the ADP, brought together young women w/ disabilities from the central region to build digital skills, grow their advocacy voices and connect w/ the ADP in new ways. Here’s what they had to say on Accessibility.
July 16, 2025 at 7:53 AM
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This week, we’re sharing highlights from InclusiTalk’s very first in-person training, where young women with disabilities came together to boost their digital skills, grow their advocacy voices, and connect with the #ADP in meaningful new ways. LOCK IN!
#AfricanDisabilityProtocol #DigitalInclusion
July 15, 2025 at 5:42 AM
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The team will be out of office from 1st July, 2025 to 12th July, 2025, for a restorative break. We will resume operations on 14th July, 2025.
In the meantime time, you may scan our QR Code to gain access to our resources and updates on our work. A splendid 1st July, all.
July 1, 2025 at 9:45 AM
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“Were you ever called pretty or beautiful as a child?” For many of the speakers, the answer was layered with complexity.

thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com/2025/06/chal... #DisabledandCute #BeautyAndDisability #DisabilityAwareness
June 30, 2025 at 9:57 AM
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The woman raising 98 children with disabilities

At her 'Home of Hope', Edith Lukabwe cares for children abandoned by their families.

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#Disabled #Disabilities #Accessibility #AliveAndAble
The woman raising 98 children with disabilities in Uganda
At her ‘Home of Hope’, Edith Lukabwe cares for children abandoned by their families.
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June 22, 2025 at 5:21 PM
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Welcoming refugees means including everyone — especially those with disabilities. As aid cuts deepen, refugees with disabilities are being left behind. On #WorldRefugeeDay, we demand a world where no one is forgotten. #DisabilityInclusion #SolidaritywithRefugees
The image features a silhouette of a family walking together, holding hands. The background includes a city skyline with buildings, and the scene appears to be set during the day. On the left side of the image, there is a blue panel with the text "World Refugee Day". On the right side, there is a message about welcoming refugees, emphasizing inclusion and support, with hashtags related to the cause. The image also includes social media handles and a website link for The Disability Lane. The overall tone of the image promotes awareness and advocacy for refugees and individuals with disabilities.
June 20, 2025 at 11:31 AM
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"Women and girls with disabilities live at the intersection of gender, disability, and often poverty... A manifesto that seeks to drive gender transformation must centre these experiences rather than treat them as an afterthought.”
thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com/2025/06/a-di... #disabilityInclusion
A Disability Inclusive Lens on Uganda’s Women’s Manifesto 2026-2030
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June 12, 2025 at 11:18 AM
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“Over 62% of Persons with Disabilities in Uganda do not have access to and awareness of assistive technology.” - Uganda Functional Difficulties Survey, 2017.
On this #WorldATDay, we join .@Unlock_Everyday to bring attention to this overlooked issue in global development.
June 4, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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“As one of the world’s most generous refugee hosts, Uganda faces dire consequences due to the World Food Programme’s $110 million shortfall.”
thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com/2025/04/the-... #HumanitarianAction #DisabilityAwareness #FundingFreeze
The Impact of U.S. Foreign Aid Cuts on Democracy and Human Rights in Uganda
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June 3, 2025 at 3:26 PM
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A period-friendly world is one where young women with disabilities are not forgotten. Inclusion must be at the heart of every menstrual health agenda.
#MenstrualHygieneDay #PeriodFriendlyWorld
The image features a solid red background with the text "Together for a Hashtag PERIOD FRIENDLY WORLD" prominently displayed in white and bold letters. Below the main text, there are illustrations of four hands of different skin tones, each adorned with a pink and white beaded bracelet. The hands are in different positions, symbolizing unity and solidarity. In the lower left corner, there are logos for “The Disability Lane." In the bottom right corner, there is a circular logo with a blue, pink, and white design resembling a drop of blood within a ring of small white beads. The overall message promotes support for menstrual health and inclusivity.
May 28, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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A toilet without privacy, water, or dignity is a barrier to health. Every period-friendly facility must include accessibility by design.
#MenstrualHealthDay #PeriodFriendlyWorld
The image has a bright pink background with the bold white text "PERIOD FRIENDLY TOILETS FOR ALL" in the center. There are illustrations of various bathroom-related items around the text: a faucet with a water droplet, a soap or soapdish, a bathroom cabinet with a droplet symbol, a soap bar with bubbles, and a sanitary pad with a drop symbol. In the bottom left corner, there is a logo or branding with the words "DXAL | THE DISABILITY LANE," and a round design with beads and a drop symbol on the bottom right. The overall message promotes accessible and friendly toilet facilities for menstruation.
May 28, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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In Their Words: Young Women with Disabilities Speak on Digital Advocacy and the African Disability Protocol
youtube.com/watch?v=W-oz... #DisabilityInclusion #RatifyADPNow
In Their Words: Young Women with Disabilities Speak on Digital Advocacy and the ADP
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May 27, 2025 at 7:48 AM
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“It’s through active participation that we can bring new ideas to the table and hold our leaders accountable.” - Shanah
thedisabilitylane.blogspot.com/2025/05/disa... #InclusiveElections #CivicEngagement
Disability and Democracy in Uganda: A Call for Inclusive Civic Engagement
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May 26, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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“The African Disability Protocol says: inclusion is not charity; it’s our right, our dignity, and Africa’s duty.” Let’s build an Africa where no one is left behind. #AfricaDay2025 #AfricanDisabilityProtocol
May 25, 2025 at 11:38 AM
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The DisabilityLane and InclusiTalk team leader was featured in the May issue of ADD International. She spoke about what winning the Disability Justice Fund for Women by ADD International meant to the team as emerging disability justice activists and organisations.
May 22, 2025 at 10:10 AM
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What are the benefits of community?
• Increases connection
• Promotes a sense of belonging
• Reduces isolation
• Reduces loneliness
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #thisismycommunity
The image is a vibrant graphic discussing the benefits of community, presented in a split design with pink and purple sections. The top left contains logos and text related to disability and mental health awareness. The purple section, which occupies most of the image, lists four benefits of community, numbered 1 to 4: 1. Increases connection 2. Promotes a sense of belonging 3. Reduces isolation 4. Reduces loneliness The pink section contains a white hand-drawn arrow pointing toward the purple area, emphasizing the message. The overall design uses bold text, bright colors, and simple icons to highlight the importance of community for well-being.
May 16, 2025 at 8:33 AM
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On this #GAAD2025 I’d like to highlight this moment from the digital advocacy trainings held by InclusiTalk team. We used a microphone to clearly capture the voices of the trainers so the AI tool transcribing would be accurate for participants w/ hard of hearing.
May 15, 2025 at 4:03 PM