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DTSK is a psycho-social support group and disability advocacy organization championing for the rights of Persons with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD).

Blessed House, Thika Road
Joined December 2021
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𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗬 π——π—˜π—”π—™ 𝗔π—ͺ𝗔π—₯π—˜π—‘π—˜π—¦π—¦ π—ͺπ—˜π—˜π—ž To mark this important week, KISE has partnered with Aga Khan Hospital and e-tiba to bring free health screening and assessment services right to our Institute. Drop by this week to get checked for: β€’Audiology & Hearing Testing (Hearing assessments, ear checks & consultations) β€’ Pressure & Blood Sugar β€’BMI Assessment β€’Breast Examinations β€’On-site Medical Consultations We are also proud to host Signvrse, who are showcasing incredible innovations in accessibility-including live speech-to-Kenyan Sign Language (KSL) interpretation and sign language captioning tools! Don't miss out on these vital services and exciting assistive technologies. Make time to pass by KISE anytime this week. Everyone is welcome! Venue: Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE) When: Running all week long!
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It's #SignMonday at the Kenya Institute of Special Education! Do you know what today's phrase is? Drop your guesses in the comments below! πŸ‘‡πŸΎ #KISE #KSL #SignLanguage
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Mr Amos Natumanya β€” @UNDAuthority Access to medicines goes beyond simply having medicines available in the country. Mr Natumanya highlighted affordability, geographical accessibility, acceptability, and the safety, efficacy and quality of medicines as equally important parts of access. #AccessToMedicines He also noted the need to balance regulatory requirements and fees with the goal of supporting local manufacturing without creating additional costs that ultimately make medicines less affordable. @ITPCglobal
Happening now : Multi-Stake Holder Panel Discussion: Taking Stock of Progress and Interrogating existing Legal,Economic,Regulatory and Structural,Barriers Affecting Medicine Access in Uganda #AccessToMedicines
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1/3. *WHO is Championing Censorship by pushing the strange term "infodemic"* WHO states: "AnΒ infodemicΒ is too much information including false or misleading information in digital and physical environments during a disease outbreak." who.int/health-topics/infode…
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Inclusion isn’t just a conversation, it’s a commitment. Yesterday at KICC, GDDC joined the National Conversation on building a Kenya where diversity is respected, every voice counts, and no community is left behind. As @MwauraIsaac1 emphasized, equal opportunity must be a reality for everyone. Let’s move from conversation to action. #DiversityInclusionDisabilityRights Shirikisha. Jumuisha. Wezesha
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π—žπ—œπ—¦π—˜ 𝗧π—₯π—”π—œπ—‘π—¦ 𝗧π—₯π—”π—œπ—‘π—˜π—₯𝗦 𝗒𝗙 𝗧π—₯π—”π—œπ—‘π—˜π—₯𝗦 π—¨π—‘π——π—˜π—₯ π—žπ—£π—˜π—˜π—Ÿ A highlight of the ongoing KPEEL Trainers of Trainers programme, equipping 100 ToTs from across Kenya with skills to support early identification and intervention for learners requiring additional support. #KISE #KPEEL #InclusiveEducation #EarlyIdentification
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The High Court has declared the Community Groups Registration Act unconstitutional for lacking adequate public participation. via @TheStarKenya
Hon. @HonAmosKimunya moves that the Community Groups Registration Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 20 Of 2021) be read a third time. #BungeLiveNA
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Parliament seeks public views on 6 bills set to reshape Kenya’s education sector. peopledaily.digital/news/par… - @PeopleDailyKe
The @NAssemblyKE invites the public and stakeholders to attend public hearings and submit views on the following education Bills: 1. The Tertiary Education, Placement and Funding Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 49 of 2026) 2. The Basic Education Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 50 of 2026) 3. The Kenya National Educational Assessments Council Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 51 of 2026) 4. The Pre-Service Education and In-Service Training Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 52 of 2026) 5. The Kenya National Qualifications Framework (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 53 of 2026) 6. The Kenya Institute of Curriculum Development (Amendment) Bill (National Assembly Bill No. 54 of 2026) Public hearings will be held across 31 counties from Monday, 14th September to Friday, 25th September 2026. Written submissions can be sent to [email protected] or to the Clerk of the National Assembly, P.O. Box 41842–00100, Nairobi. Deadline: Thursday, 24th September 2026 at 5.00 p.m. #PublicParticipationKE cc @KICDKenya
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On 15th September, young voices will take centre stage as we mark the International Day of Democracy. A conversation on voice, participation and the future of our democracy begins. #AmplifyYouthVoices #IDD2026
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The Senate invites comments on the Public Participation Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 44 of 2025) The memoranda maybe emailed to [email protected] and copied to [email protected]. Deadline: Monday, 28th September, 2026 at 5.00 p.m. #PublicParticipationKE.
The Public Participation Bill (National Assembly Bills No. 44 of 2025) is read for the first time in the Senate. Link: kenyalaw.org/akn/ke/bill/na/… #BungeLiveSEN
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π—ͺ𝗒π—₯𝗗 𝗒𝗙 π—§π—›π—˜ π—ͺπ—˜π—˜π—ž | π—₯π—œπ—šπ—›π—§ 𝗧𝗒 𝗣π—₯π—œπ—©π—”π—–π—¬ Did you know? Every person with a disability has the right to privacy and protection from arbitrary interference or intrusion into their private life, family, home, correspondence and other forms of communication. Public and private institutions must also protect confidential information relating to the personal health, habilitation and rehabilitation services of persons with disabilities. Such information should not be shared without the express authority of the person concerned. πŸ“– Understanding our rights is an important step towards building a more inclusive society. Knowledge is the first step to inclusion. #WordOfTheWeek #DisabilityRights #DisabilityInclusion #RightToPrivacy #KISE #Inclusion
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"As we bid Esther Mkamori goodbye, I urge all of us, even as we travel to Embu, Nyamira, and other counties, to mentor the young persons we interact with. They are the future Esthers. She has set the standard for all of us." Sally Nduta (@sallynduta1) We had the opportunity to celebrate and bid farewell to one of our longest-serving team members, Esther Mkamori (@mkamoriesther ), who has served the disability community through UDPK for over eight (8) years. It was a bittersweet moment. She was not only dedicated and diligent in her service, but she was also, and will continue to be, a mentor and champion of the rights of persons with disabilities. She made the office a great place to work by appreciating and working well with people of different personalities, bringing out the best in each of them. "Esther had a way of making you think her ideas were yours. She would brighten up and say, 'That's a brilliant idea!'" "Esther would assign you a task, encourage you to run with it, and never micromanage. She was always there to provide guidance and support." "Esther is the kind of person who walks into a room and instantly brightens the atmosphere. She believed in me when I wasn't even sure of my own abilities." "I've made mistakes, and Esther would always tell me not to worry because it was part of the learning process." As she embarks on her new journey, we wish her every success in her career and in life. She leaves behind a lasting legacy, and she will be deeply missed.
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For persons with disabilities to access other rights and participate in society on an equal basis with others, they need to have assistive technologies. Globally, 2.5 billion (this number is increasing) people need one or more assistive technologies, yet access remains deeply unequal. In some settings, as few as 3% of those who need assistive technology can access it. On 2 September 2026, the United Nations General Assembly adopted its first resolution dedicated to access to #AssistiveTechnology. The resolution calls on governments to integrate assistive technology into health, education, labour, social protection and other national systems. The resolution gives persons with disabilities and their organizations a stronger advocacy tool to call for: β€’ Affordable, appropriate and quality assistive products β€’ Dedicated public financing for assistive technology β€’ National priority assistive products lists based on people’s needs β€’ Reliable assessment, fitting, repair and maintenance services β€’ Investment in local production and innovation β€’ Disaggregated data on need, availability and access β€’ Inclusion of assistive technology in emergency and humanitarian response β€’ Meaningful participation of persons with disabilities in all related decisions Find out more using the following link; atscalepartnership.org/news-… @_ATscale @ADFSecretariat @IDA_CRPD_Forum
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United Disabled Persons of Kenya (UDPK) is seeking a qualified, dynamic and results-oriented professional for the position of a Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) Officer Location: Nairobi, with regular travel to project sites Employment: Full-time Required experience: experience in Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning. The successful candidate will lead UDPK’s work in monitoring and evaluation, research, data management, organizational learning, knowledge management and results reporting. #Opportunity #IkoKazi Applicants are required to read the full job advertisement before submitting the application. Access more information using this link; drive.google.com/file/d/12I5… Persons with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply.
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"Participation of Persons with disabilities must extend beyond consultation, it should be meaningful and active from initiation, planning, implementation all the way to monitoring and evaluation'' Dr. Samuel Kabue Chairperson CDRA In today's webiner by the @thecpst @UDPKenya
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Team @DTSK21 led by the chair @AliceMundia joined Ready Aiders Foundation in the Mr. &Miss autism 2026 event where voices of autistic persons are celebrated as a way of creating awareness, acceptance and inclusion
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Ongoing discussions at the Autism Symposium highlight a powerful principle in special education: Meet the learner where they are. Individualized Education Programs help tailor support to every learner’s unique needs. #AutismAwareness #InclusiveEducation #AutismSymposiumKE
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Pictorials from Autism symposium at KISE bringing together experts,educators, caregivers, and stakeholders to strengthen collaboration, share research, and advance support for persons on the autism spectrum. #AutismAwareness #Inclusion
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