A disability inclusive society – Reach a Hand Uganda gives to persons with Spinal Cord Injuries

Reach a Hand Uganda distributed over 280 wheelchairs at the commencement of the campaign.

The advancement of social justice and the practice of philanthropy both require that people with disabilities be included in these endeavors. Reach a Hand Uganda has been an advocate for disability inclusion in Uganda for a long period of time. Humphrey Nabimanya, the founder of Reach a Hand Uganda, wrote a LinkedIn post in which he discussed the difficulties faced by people with disabilities in Uganda. Spinal cord injuries, which are known to result in a loss of strength, sensation, or function below the injury site, are increasing in frequency, he said. Victims of such injuries are often unable to participate in the workforce because they lack adequate health care and emotional and mental support, according to the World Health Organization.

In response to the rise of this devastating condition, Reach a Hand Uganda launched the Spinal Cord Injury campaign dubbed #Change4SCI Campaign to address issues pertaining to persons living with these injuries. This was launched in partnership with Spinal Cord Injuries Uganda, Light of the World, OJ Disability Foundation and Wheelchair Foundation.

The organisation mapped and identified the most vulnerable persons living with spinal cord injuries. To these, Reach a Hand Uganda distributed over 280 wheelchairs at the commencement of the campaign. It was recognized that this campaign was essential ensuring a disability inclusive society.

More of this story can be found here: https://wecanwork.ug/the-time-to-support-and-create-awareness-about-spinal-cord-injuries-is-now/