Educate, Mobilize and Empower Tanzania's Disabled

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More Information About this Project

Project Needs and Beneficiaries

People with spinal cord injuries are marginalized and are often overlooked by mainstream development interventions. This makes them some of the most deprived and vulnerable people in low-income countries. KASI works in the Kilimanjaro region of Tanzania to educate people with spinal cord injuries about health issues, to address poverty through skills training and income generating activities, and to advocate for basic rights and equal opportunities.

Activities

By providing training, education, mobility aids and a supportive community, the quality of life for the disabled population of Kilimanjaro is greatly improved. With your support we can grow to serve the greater disabled population of Tanzania.

Funding Information

Total Funding Received to Date: $7,041
Remaining Goal to be Funded: $42,959
Total Funding Goal: $50,000

Additional Documentation

This project has provided additional documentation in a Microsoft Word file (projdoc.doc).

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Why this Project is Important

Potential Long Term Impact

KASI’s current programs benefit over 1000 people. Creating a dedicated center will allow KASI to expand its outreach across the country, while continuing to provide essential training and support to the neglected disabled population of Tanzania.

Project Message

"I have learnt to be independent again. I live alone and make my own decisions. I am a useful person in the village because I repair umbrellas, clocks, and other things."
- Peter, KASI Member, wheelchair user since 2000

Who is Running This Project

Contact

Tish Scolnik,
Project Coordinator
479 Commonwealth Avenue
Boston, MA 02215
United States
9143196169
Email:

Project Sponsor

Center for Global Engagement, Northwestern Univ

Organization

Kilimanjaro Association of the Spinally Injured
YWCA Center, Boma Road
P.O. Box 10034
Moshi, Kilimanjaro NA
Tanzania
+255 27 2754217

Learn more about Kilimanjaro Association of the Spinally Injured and the project team.

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