Network of Women with Disabilities

Network of Women with Disabilities “Network of Women with Disabilities” has membership of over 400 women and girls with disabilities

07/08/2026

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AFENET and NWD Hold Focus Group Discussion on the Health Challenges Faced by Women with Disabilities.The Network of Wome...
07/08/2026

AFENET and NWD Hold Focus Group Discussion on the Health Challenges Faced by Women with Disabilities.

The Network of Women with Disabilities (NWD), in collaboration with the African Field Epidemiology Network (AFENET), hosted a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) at the NWD Office to explore the health challenges affecting women with disabilities and identify practical solutions for improving access to quality healthcare.

The discussion highlighted key issues including inaccessible health facilities, the high cost of healthcare and rehabilitation services, limited access to sexual and reproductive health services, inadequate health information in accessible formats, mental health concerns, and the need for disability-inclusive health insurance.

Participants emphasized the importance of strengthening government commitment to inclusive healthcare by making health facilities accessible, training healthcare workers on disability inclusion, expanding affordable health insurance coverage, improving access to assistive devices, and ensuring women with disabilities are actively involved in the design and implementation of health policies and programmes.

The FGD reaffirmed that accessible, affordable, and inclusive healthcare is a fundamental right, not a privilege. NWD remains committed to working with partners such as AFENET to advance policies and interventions that ensure women and girls with disabilities can access the healthcare they need without barriers.

Together, we can build a health system that truly leaves no one behind.

05/08/2026

Thanks so much family

NWD Participates in the West Africa Women's Political Leadership ForumThe Network of Women with Disabilities (NWD) was p...
05/08/2026

NWD Participates in the West Africa Women's Political Leadership Forum
The Network of Women with Disabilities (NWD) was proud to participate in the West Africa Women's Political Leadership Forum, which brought together governments, parliamentarians, development partners, civil society organisations, women's networks, youth leaders, and regional stakeholders to advance women's political participation and leadership across the ECOWAS region.

As part of our commitment to inclusive participation, NWD facilitated the participation of 30 women with disabilities led by the founder and global president (Hon. Lois Auta ) ensuring their voices, experiences, and perspectives were represented in these important regional conversations on women's political leadership and democratic governance.

A major outcome of the forum was the adoption of the Abuja Regional Action Plan on Accelerating Women's Political Participation and Leadership in West Africa. The Action Plan provides a roadmap for advancing legal and policy reforms, strengthening women's leadership, promoting safer political spaces, and addressing the barriers that continue to limit women's full participation in politics and public life.
NWD welcomes this important milestone and reaffirms its commitment to ensuring that women and girls with disabilities are not only included in political processes but are actively represented in leadership and decision-making at all levels.

We look forward to working with governments, regional institutions, and partners to translate these commitments into meaningful action across West Africa.
Together, we can build a region where no woman is left behind.

01/08/2026

Happy New Month from all of us at Network of Women with Disabilities

NWD mobilised over 30 women with disabilities in celebration of African Women's Day 2026. It's historic being part of Ab...
31/07/2026

NWD mobilised over 30 women with disabilities in celebration of African Women's Day 2026. It's historic being part of Abuja Declaration. What a great event!

Happy African Women's Day! Today, we celebrate the courage, resilience, and achievements of African women and girls with...
31/07/2026

Happy African Women's Day!

Today, we celebrate the courage, resilience, and achievements of African women and girls with disabilities who continue to break barriers, challenge stereotypes, and drive positive change across our continent.

At the Network of Women with Disabilities (NWD), we reaffirm our commitment to advancing inclusion, equality, and leadership opportunities for every woman and girl with a disability. Together, we can build an Africa where no one is left behind.

Happy African Women's Day!

27/07/2026

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Head Office:, Suite E4, Lungi Barracks Shopping Complex, Mammy One
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