Archie Hinchcliffe Disability Intervention - AHDI

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Archie Hinchcliffe Disability Intervention - AHDI AHDI is a Zambian Non-Governmental Organisation that provides early Physiotherapy and Education int

The organsation started in 1993 as a philanthropic project by the then British High Commissioner’s wife, Mrs. Archie Hinchcliffe who was working at UTH as a Physiotherapist volunteer. Upon her departure in 1995, she persuaded Action on Disability and Development (ADD) whose head office is in the UK to fund the programme. The CBI programme under ADD was later within the year 1995 registered with Registrar of Societies of Zambia. Action on Disability and Development (ADD) is a non service providing organization, while CBI is a service provider and this prompted the separation of the CBI programme from ADD in early 2007.CBI was transformed into a new organization and was registered as Community Based Intervention Association (CBIA), under a new leadership of the Board of Trustees. Upon registration with Patents and Companies Registration Agency (PACRA) in 2013, the name was changed to Archie Hinchcliffe Disability Intervention (AHDI).

The Collective Action for Disability Rights (CADiR) Project hosted an 18-person delegation from Zambia, Zanzibar, and Ug...
26/09/2026

The Collective Action for Disability Rights (CADiR) Project hosted an 18-person delegation from Zambia, Zanzibar, and Uganda for a transformative cross-country learning visit in Uganda from September 19–25, 2026. Centered around the iSAVE economic empowerment model, the visit focused on exploring best practices in financial inclusion, income-generating activities and community sustainability through field trips to the Mukono and Jinja districts. Participants met with District Union members and visited local iSAVE groups namely Tweyambe and Sachamukama to observe effective group dynamics, operational strategies and economic ventures like gardening. Key takeaways and joint action plans for replication from the learning visit include strengthening group recruitment and retention for persons with disabilities, co-designing scalable digital tools, bridging informal savings groups with formal financial systems and establishing structured frameworks for long-term financial resilience and support.

🌱 AHDI remains increasingly optimistic about quality, inclusive Early Childhood Education (ECE) in Zambia!The Zambia Nat...
25/09/2026

🌱 AHDI remains increasingly optimistic about quality, inclusive Early Childhood Education (ECE) in Zambia!
The Zambia National Education Coalition (ZANEC) brought together cooperating partners, civil society organisations, representatives from Parliament, and the Directorate of Early Childhood Education under the Ministry of Education to strengthen policy dialogue and advocacy for the development, implementation, and financing of inclusive, equitable, and quality ECE policies and programmes in Zambia.
Together, we can give EVERY Zambian child the strong foundation they deserve! 👧🏽👦🏽📚

A New Milestone for Smallholder Farmers in NankangaArchie Hinchcliffe Disability Intervention (AHDI) has once again take...
19/09/2026

A New Milestone for Smallholder Farmers in Nankanga

Archie Hinchcliffe Disability Intervention (AHDI) has once again taken a significant step towards promoting smart and sustainable agriculture among smallholder farmers in Nankanga Rural Area of Kafue District.

A new demonstration plot has been established, equipped with a game wire fence, a solar-powered system, a water tank, drip irrigation system and a 10,000-litre storage tank.

This demonstration plot will serve as a practical learning space where smallholder farmers can see, learn and adopt smart agricultural practices that can help improve productivity, strengthen resilience and make better use of available resources.

🌾 From learning to practice, and from practice to greater opportunities for farmers.

The establishment of this demonstration plot marks yet another milestone in AHDI’s efforts to empower rural communities through practical agricultural knowledge and sustainable farming solutions.

Together, we are growing knowledge, strengthening livelihoods and cultivating a smarter future for smallholder farmers. 🌱💧☀️

The Annual Global Workshop for the Collective Action for Disability Rights (CADiR) programme, funded by Norwegian Agency...
18/09/2026

The Annual Global Workshop for the Collective Action for Disability Rights (CADiR) programme, funded by Norwegian Agency for Development Cooperation (NORAD) and organized by the Atlas Alliance brought together 74 participants from 10 countries, all actively implementing the CADiR project. Spanning three intensive days (14 – 16 September 2026), the workshop focused on organizational alignment, data-driven strategies and future planning. Day one kicked off by emphasizing accessible and inclusive meeting practices, exploring the Atlas Alliance structure, reviewing vital baseline findings and lessons learned. Day two centered on leveraging data for impactful programming and advocacy, mastering outcome analysis, navigating the Atlas Results Tracker (ART) and aligning with core reporting requirements. Finally, day three covered qualitative research methods, strengthening community accountability surveys, and setting up cross-country collaboration for the 2026–2029 Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning (MERL) timeline.
The core takeaways from the workshop were that strengthening data utilization, maintaining rigorous community accountability and building robust cross-border partnerships are essential to maximizing our long-term impact across all implementing countries. By grounding our work in solid baselines, transparent reporting and structured collaboration our teams are well-prepared to execute our strategic goals over the next several years.

Farmers Learning to Make Natural Pesticides at Chilambila Demonstration Plot! 🧑🏾‍🌾👩🏾‍🌾Archie Hinchcliffe Disability inte...
18/09/2026

Farmers Learning to Make Natural Pesticides at Chilambila Demonstration Plot! 🧑🏾‍🌾👩🏾‍🌾

Archie Hinchcliffe Disability intervention (AHDI) under the Introducing Sustainable Farming to Promote Climate Resilience Among Small Holder Farmers Project, today 18th September 2026 conducted a on hands on training on pest Management for small holder farmers. Farmers participated in a practical session on preparing and applying natural pesticides for pest management in okra, onion and cabbage. 🥬🧅🌿

The hands-on demonstration gave farmers an opportunity to learn how locally available materials can be used to prepare natural pest-control solutions and how to apply them correctly and safely.

The also learnt

✅ Proper preparation and correct mixing of natural pesticide ingredients.
✅ Identifying pests before choosing a control method.
✅ Regularly monitoring crops for early detection of pests.
✅ Applying pesticides at the right time and using proper spraying techniques.
✅ Using the correct concentration to avoid damaging crops.
✅ Observing safety precautions when preparing and applying pesticides.
✅ Protecting beneficial insects, soil and water sources.
✅ Combining natural pest management with other good agricultural practices.

The session demonstrated that practical, farmer-led learning can promote sustainable vegetable production and strengthen farmers’ ability to manage pests using locally available resources. 🌱💚
These farmers included persons with disabilities, mothers of children with disabilities, Men, women and the youth.

Advancing Disability Inclusion in Low Carbon Transitions♿️🌿Thanks to Climate Compatible Growth (CCG) and United Nations ...
15/09/2026

Advancing Disability Inclusion in Low Carbon Transitions♿️🌿
Thanks to Climate Compatible Growth (CCG) and United Nations Office for Project Services (UNOPS) for convening this cross-country workshop in Nairobi, Kenya, focused on inclusive energy, transport, infrastructure and service delivery.
Together with partners from Ghana, Kenya, Malawi and Zambia, we are promoting accessible, sustainable and disability inclusive solutions for a better future!

Empowering those who serve on the front lines of community care is essential to creating lasting and meaningful change f...
10/09/2026

Empowering those who serve on the front lines of community care is essential to creating lasting and meaningful change for families. To significantly ease the daily workload of our 18 dedicated community volunteers under Collective Action for Disability Rights Project funded by Norwegian Association of Disabled – Zambia, AHDI proudly equipped them with a comprehensive suite of practical resources designed to optimize their outreach for children with disabilities in Chibombo, Rufunsa and Luangwa Districts. The community volunteers received bicycles, branded bags, books and T - shirts. Bicycles provide vital mobility, allowing them to effortlessly navigate challenging terrain and reach remote households with speed and efficiency, while secure carrying bags safely transport essential educational materials, assessment kits, and daily field equipment directly to those in need. Furthermore, branded T-shirts establish immediate local recognition, safety, and trust during home visits, and dedicated record-keeping books ensure meticulous data collection to track each child's unique developmental progress over time. Together, these vital tools transform daily outreach into a whole, highly organized mission, enabling our team to deliver consistent, compassionate, and impactful support where it matters most.

Archie Hinchcliffe Disability Intervention (AHDI) successfully conducted Inclusive education training for parents and ca...
10/09/2026

Archie Hinchcliffe Disability Intervention (AHDI) successfully conducted Inclusive education training for parents and caregivers under the Collective Action for Disability Rights Project funded by Norwegian Association of Disabled - Zambia. The activity reached 215 parents and caregivers (175 females, 40 males) across Rufunsa, Luangwa, and Chibombo districts between August 21 and September 07, 2026. The workshops spanned Shikabeta, Nkholoma, Mankhokwe, Mwavi, and Kayosha, utilizing three comprehensive modules to teach foundational concepts, human rights policies, School Inclusion Teams (SITs), and strategies for identifying out-of-school learners. Interactive group methods successfully drove high participant engagement, helping attendees grasp core inclusive education principles and advocacy frameworks. Building on this momentum, the training anticipates four key outcomes: increased enrollment and retention of children with disabilities through better identification of out-of-school learners, active community advocacy by parents and caregivers, stronger support systems through functional School Inclusion Teams, and a gradual reduction in cultural stigma through heightened awareness.

When a Diagnosis Changes Everything, Support Makes the Journey Easier 💙For Innocent’s mother, discovering that her 8-yea...
11/08/2026

When a Diagnosis Changes Everything, Support Makes the Journey Easier 💙
For Innocent’s mother, discovering that her 8-year-old son had muscular dystrophy early last year was a life changing moment.

On 6 August 2026, the AHDI team visited Innocent and his family at home to hear about their journey and the difference physiotherapy has made since he began treatment at Chawama Level One Hospital.

His mother shared how physiotherapy has helped her better understand and support her son, giving the family encouragement and hope as they navigate life with his condition.

At AHDI, we remain committed to bringing rehabilitation services closer to children and their families both at health facilities and in their homes.

Because every child deserves support, dignity and the opportunity to reach their potential. 💙

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