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Achieving decent work and economic growth is crucial for realizing all 17 Sustainable Development Goals SDGs. However, for individuals with disabilities, securing meaningful employment can be a significant challenge.

Why the skepticism?

Employers often harbor misconceptions about the capabilities of persons with disabilities, and the talent pool may seem scarce. But what's the reality?

Listen to Gibraltar Chanetsa, Founding Director of INCAEST International, as he shares insightful perspectives on:

• The untapped potential of persons with disabilities in the workforce

• Strategies to overcome employer skepticism

• Inclusive hiring practices that drive business success

Join the conversation!

Share your thoughts: Why do you think employers are skeptical about persons with disabilities?

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• Spark meaningful discussions

• Promote disability inclusion

• Empower individuals with disabilities

Accessibility and inclusion are essential in all fields, including healthcare. Imagine a woman in labour whose mind and thoughts is consumed with the excruciating pain of childbirth but still has to contend with the challenge of communication! Click the link. Listen as Dr. Kutyyi Ango tells us about her experience delivering a deaf patient of a child and shares her interest in public health as well as her experience with the Legislative Mentorship Initiative (LMI). Join the conversation and share your own experiences or thoughts on accessibility in accessing healthcare. Don’t forget to comment, like, and share!

Dr. Ango Kutyyi is a dedicated medical professional with experience in public health and a deep commitment to community development.

In her current role at the Primary Health Care Igabi LGA, Kaduna, She has remained instrumental in leading several health initiatives, focusing on maternal and child health, infectious disease prevention, and health promotion. She has consistently demonstrated a passion for improving health outcomes in underserved populations. In recognition of her community contributions, She was awarded Outstanding Youth Corper of the Year 2023 by the Jigawa State Government.

Looking ahead, She aspires to make an impact by establishing sustainable health programs that are replicable in underserved regions. She is passionate about developing innovative health policies that mitigate current challenges and is committed to fostering collaborations that drive meaningful change in these areas

Get ready to be inspired!

Join us on The Eclectic podcast as we kick off Season 6 with an unforgettable episode!

Meet Alee Lawan, a talented novelist, spoken word artist, and societal activist who's using his voice to challenge the status quo and inspire change.

Click the link. as we explore the world of Alee and discover how creative expression can be a powerful tool for driving positive change.

What other ways do you think we can inspire change?

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Hey guys, just dropped my final episode for the season! Thank you so much for sticking with me over the last 3 months! I look forward to curating more exciting episodes when The Eclectic returns in September. In the meantime, Enjoy this episode with Monic Rwaheeru, a stroke survivor from Uganda who is touching the lives of children with disabilities. Click the link. as Monic tells her story. Do you believe disability is caused as a result of the sins of family members? Join the conversation and share your thoughts. Don’t forget to comment, like, and share!

Welcome back to The Eclectic! Today, we're honored to have Monick Ruhiro, an exceptional educator, a passionate advocate for people with disabilities, and the founder of the impactful Champions Root Foundation. After experiencing a life-altering stroke, Monick channeled her experience into establishing an organization that empowers rural children with neurological disorders and disabilities.

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Have you ever imagined a society where young girls will have no need to use tissue paper and rags in place of sanitary pads especially among the poorest of the poor? Click the link. as Edelquinn Akighir talks about how she intends to ensure that 300 girls on the street have access to sanitary pads to manage their menstrual hygiene effectively. Join the conversation and share your thoughts. Don’t forget to comment, like, and share!

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Today, we're joined by Prabath, a passionate Disability Inclusion Specialist and Social Researcher who is dedicated to promoting social justice and challenging traditional notions of ability. With a focus on amplifying diverse voices and perspectives, Prabath seeks to create a more inclusive world for all. In this episode, we'll explore Prabath's work and insights on disability inclusion, and how we can work together to build a society that values and empowers all individuals, regardless of ability.

Ever heard of RP (retinitis pigmentosa)? Yeah, until I met Prabath, I was just as confused as you currently are reading this. Allow me to take this opportunity to thank all you spectacular individuals for supporting The Eclectic every week. Without you listening, I won’t be doing what I enjoy doing. You guys are simply the best! So, back to the story of RP. It is a group of genetic eye disorders that affect the retina and can cause progressive vision loss, usually beginning with night blindness and peripheral vision loss, followed by central vision loss. It’s a lot to digest right? I know. Click the link. as Prabath Wickramanayake, an RP survivor, talks about the importance of embracing different ways of doing things to achieve the same results. Join the conversation and share your thoughts. Don’t forget to comment, like, and share!

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It is laughable that people seem to think persons with disabilities should not be having sex. What is even more funny is when they see a pregnant woman with disability and start to pity her when the woman in question is looking forward to experiencing the joys of motherhood! Click the link. as Boyo Eleanora shares with us her work on sexual and reproductive health Rights. Through the House of Eleanora Foundation and her tireless advocacy efforts, she's making a significant difference in the lives of Women and Girls With Disabilities. What are your thoughts on the matter? Join the conversation and share your thoughts. Don’t forget to comment, like, and share!

Today on The Eclectic, we welcome a true champion for Women and Girls With Disabilities. Eleanora's passion for gender equity and social justice burns bright, and she's dedicated her work to empowering Women and Girls With Disabilities through education, advocacy, and building a more inclusive world.

Eleanora herself has a disability, and her story is one of incredible resilience and determination. Let's dive into her experiences and the inspiring work she's doing through the House of Eleanora Foundation.

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The idea that just because you are a person with disability, you don’t function the way every other human being functions is one of the most bizarre of reasonings that I have had the unfortunate pleasure of having to contend with! Rather than speak up for you and defend your rights, people would prefer to speak for you and make decisions on your behalf, giving the impression that you cannot make your own decisions. How can we harness the power of poetry to advocate for inclusion? William Wordsworth believed that poetry is the spontaneous overflow of powerful emotions recollected in tranquillity. Click the link. as Esinet Kolade, among other things, speaks to us about her journey as a spoken words artist and trust me guys, you won’t want to miss hearing her share her most embarrassing moment, the funniest I’ve heard so far! Join the conversation and let’s hear your thoughts. Don’t forget to comment, like, and share!

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This week on The Eclectic, Joseph Ogaba joins us to share his lived-experiences as a person with disability. “It is our choices that show what we truly are far more than our ability.” This quote by J. K. Rowling is one of my favourite of all time. Clearly, life isn’t fair and it is only our choices that sets us apart. Please note that you should always talk directly to a person with disability and not the people accompanying them. Click the link and listen. How can we as a people achieve equity in our society? Is that even possible? Join the conversation and let’s hear your thoughts. Don’t forget to comment, like, and share!

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Ever wondered about persons with albinism? Yes, those folks we often refer wrongly to as “Albinos”. And by the way, for those who don’t know, albinism is a disability. Yes, it is a genetic condition caused by mutations of certain genes that affect the amount of melanin that one’s body produces. I’ve heard lots of myths about albinism. The most bizarre of them is that persons with albinism don’t die, as though they are some kind of immortal humanoid beings who are on a different level from the rest of us. Another silly myth is that having sex with a person with albinism will cure HIV! How crazy! Click the link. as the very perfumery Khadijah Ibrahim, a remarkable lady with albinism talks about among other things, some of the myths surrounding albinism. Join the conversation and share your thoughts. What other myth about albinism have you heard? Don’t forget to comment, like, and share!

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