"Niamini" is a Swahili word which means Believe Me or Trust me . Niamini initiative project is a leader in disability advocacy. It has been duly registered under the Non Governmental Organisation Act, 2002 with Registration No.00NG/R/1911 Made under Section 11 (1) and 17 (2) of Act No.24 of 2002. Founded in 2020, Niamini initiative advocates for human rights and inclusion for people with signific
ant disabilities and support needs – those most vulnerable to segregation, abuse, neglect and institutionalization. Niamini initiative project works to advance inclusive communities through advocacy,research,training, professional development, policy, and information and resources for parents, families and self-advocates by implementing innovative programs. The inclusive practices Niamini Initiative validates through research have been shown to improve outcomes for all people. Niamini Initiative Project is governed by a board of directors and is supported by a network of members, volunteers, committees and chapter organizations. The Niamini initiative project membership includes a diverse array of individuals and perspectives, including researchers, professionals, direct service workers, family members and people with disabilities. Together, we share a commitment to quality lives for the people for whom we advocate. It's time to advance the rights of people with disabilities in society through infiltration. To achieve equitable opportunities through inclusion. We are changing how people with and without disabilities think about disability in countries around the world. We are building future advocates, including the need of people with any type of disability to be elevated within in the international disability rights movement.