Global Action for Women with Disabilities (GAWD)

GAWD is an association or a membership non-governmental organization registered on 4th March 2021 under the Companies Act 2015 of the Kenya Constitution with a mandate to provide physical, psycho-Social and economic emancipation services to women with disabilities. The current mandate covers only Nairobi County however, GAWD has a vision to champion the rights and interests of women living with disabilities in Kenya and internationally. GAWD’s office and headquarters is currently located along Mumias South Road, Opposite Thomas Burke Primary School, Buru Buru Phase 4, Nairobi City, Kenya. GAWD was founded by Ms Handa A. Mique, a Counselling Psychologist and a Professional Teacher of over 20 years’ experience.