Stories

Born with a physical disability in Kityerera sub-county, Mayuge district, 42 years, mother of eight children Mirabu Awori’s life was once filled with uncertainty. She depended entirely on small-scale farming, which barely produced enough to feed her family. Many times, her children went to school hungry and nearly dropped out because she couldn’t afford scholastic […]

Nandera Constance, a resilient and determined woman from Namayembe Town Council, Kapyanga Village in Bugiri District, has faced lifelong challenges due to a physical disability caused by a polio vaccination. In a community where stigma and discrimination often limit opportunities for persons with disabilities, Constance’s story stands out as one of strength, perseverance, and unwavering