Foundation: Over 700 Lives Transformed Through our Programme in Adamawa
The Debbie Kauna Foundation (DKF), with Funding from Nigerian Humanitarian Fund (NHF) and supported by UN Women, has launched a transformative program for persons with disabilities in Adamawa State.
The program, themed “Skill Up: Entrepreneurship and Marketable Skills,” is tailored to promote gender equality and full participation for women, girls, men, and boys with disabilities.
Mrs. Sarah Sarki, the project Manager, outlined the initiative’s goals, which include:
80 direct beneficiaries (women and girls with disabilities) accessing digital resources through virtual hubs established in Michika and Madagali.
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220 individuals (220 women and girls, and 100 men and boys) receiving assistive devices tailored to their needs.
300 individuals (250 women and girls, and 50 men and boys) benefiting from marketable skills training and startup kits to launch their entrepreneurial journeys.
Connecting beneficiaries to a local microfinance bank to secure starting capital, enabling them to access loans and grow their businesses.
Mr. Zira Kwaji, chairman of the Joint National Association of Persons with Disabilities (JONAPWD) in Michika, praised the initiative, describing it as a turning point for disability inclusion in the region.
“This program offers a rare opportunity to break barriers and provide a brighter future for persons with disabilities,” he remarked.
Mrs. Glory Jonathan, facilitator of the entrepreneurship training, emphasized its long-term impact, stating, “Entrepreneurship empowers individuals not just financially but also emotionally, fostering independence and self-worth.”
Deborah Birdling Bubwa founder of the Debbie Kauna Foundation, expressed gratitude to the program’s partners, NHF and UN Woman. And urged beneficiaries to use the tools provided to build sustainable livelihoods. She also called on other organizations and government agencies to join the effort in supporting vulnerable communities.
This empowerment initiative is more than just a program; it is a movement aimed at rewriting the narrative for over 700 individuals in Adamawa State. By fostering economic independence and digital inclusion, the Debbie Kauna Foundation (DKF) is paving the way for a more inclusive and equitable society.
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