This article highlights 10 activists who are making significant contributions to improving the lives of disabled people globally.
Gertrude Oforiwa Fefoame from Ghana aspires to promote disability rights at the UN, while Peter Ogik from Uganda raises awareness and support for people with albinism. Silvia Quan advocates for disabled people’s rights in Guatemala, and Fred Ouko challenges employer discrimination in Kenya. Bahati Satir Omar from Rwanda helps young disabled people secure employment. Firoz Alizada, based in Geneva, supports victims of conflict and promotes disability rights through peer support in Afghanistan. Yetnebersh Nigussie from Ethiopia pushes for inclusive education, and Zamir Dhale, an Indian advocacy officer, raises awareness about deafblind individuals. Shilpi Kapoor from India uses technology to improve accessibility, while Mosharraf Hossain, based in the UK, fights for inclusivity on a global scale.
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