How Chikankata Ngangula Disabled Farmers Association is building a rural future
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Chikankata Ngangula Disabled Farmers Association in Zambia is leaving no one behind, and you? Share your story!
In Zambia’s Chikankata District, the Chikankata Ngangula Disabled Farmers Association brings together persons with disabilities—including those living with albinism—parents of children with disabilities, children of disabled parents, and other vulnerable and supportive community members.
The association focuses on five areas: education, food security, health, water, and environment. Through grassroots action, it empowers marginalized groups to build better lives, contribute to human development, and combat climate change.
Key initiatives include:
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Education:
Supporting Nansenga Primary School, the only school in Chikankata District with a special unit for children with disabilities. The association donates educational materials, particularly for blind and visually impaired students. They are advocating for the construction of a boarding house to increase school access for rural children with disabilities. -
Livelihoods and Economic Empowerment:
Distributing goats to members for sustainable income generation. Offspring goats are passed on to new beneficiaries, creating a cycle of economic empowerment among rural families. -
Climate Action:
Establishing a biodigester plant to create employment opportunities and reduce deforestation, tackling both environmental degradation and poverty. -
Health Services:
Setting up an eye clinic to provide vision screening and eyeglasses. Partnering with a U.S.-based audiologist to launch a hearing aid support project. Advocating for free sunscreen distribution for members living with albinism to protect their skin health.
This work aligns with several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), and with the principles of Leaving No One Behind including:
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SDG 1 – No Poverty: Through livelihood programs like goat distribution, the association strengthens rural economic resilience.
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SDG 3 – Good Health and Well-Being: With initiatives like the eye clinic, hearing aid support, and skin care for people with albinism, they are improving access to essential health services.
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SDG 4 – Quality Education: Supporting inclusive education by equipping Nansenga Primary School and advocating for boarding facilities.
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SDG 8 – Decent Work and Economic Growth: Biodigester projects and goat farming offer rural employment and sustainable livelihoods.
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SDG 10 – Reduced Inequalities: Elevating the voices and opportunities of people with disabilities within rural communities.
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SDG 13 – Climate Action: Combating deforestation and promoting sustainable environmental practices through clean energy solutions.
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SDG 17 – Partnerships for the Goals: Partnering with local and international allies to scale impact and foster inclusive development.
🚨 #NoOneLeftBehind In #Zambia’s Chikankata District, the Chikankata Ngangula Disabled Farmers Association is proving that inclusion drives transformation. From education to climate resilience, they're putting persons with disabilities at the heart of development. They're #LeavingNoOneBehind. Are you?
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