Know more about the District Union
learn more about us and how were can partner to bring inclusiveness to all
Who we are:
Before NUD was formed in 1996, in Nebbi District Persons with disabilities were not involved in Planning and implementating programmes meant to benefit them. Mainstream programmes and the environment were designed/constructed in a manner that depicted lack of recognition and sensitivity to the needs of PWDs, the services provided emphasized separation of PWDs from the society and were seen as preserve for charity endeavours. The scenario obscured and isolated disability issues from the society’s main concerns, divided PWDs along largely medical lines, created dependency on institutions; stifled individual initiatives, killed the morals, self esteem and confidence amongst PWDs. In most cases PWDs were kept in doors.
From available records and information, the idea of forming the District Association started in around early 1990s when some NUDIPU Executives visited the district to talk to the PWDs about their rights and the need of coming together to form one voice where they can be heard. Although the momentum was lost during the years, the visit of ADD officials rescued the PWDs which resulted in the formation of Nebbi Union of Disabled in 1996. During the General Assembly held that year an Executive Committee was elected to spearhead the Union
We are a network organisation of disabled persons that was formed in 1989 initially serving the entire greater Nebbi (including Nebbi, Pakwach and Zombo districts). Currently following the autonomy of Pakwach and Zombo as independent districts, NUD is now more concentrated in 13 sub-counties of Nebbi and 3 divisions of Nebbi municipal councils. Since then, the membership has grown to over 145 registered group membership from diverse disability background (related to mobility, vision, hearing or any other type). The primary objective of NUD is to build the capacity of people with disabilities in Nebbi, improving the quality of their lives.
Our Vision
A vibrant and productive persons with disability in Nebbi district
Our Mission
Is to lead the way to persons with disability empowerment in Nebbi through advocacy, networking, information sharing, research and capacity building
Core Values
As emerging and dynamic network, we are guided by 3Ts
The first one is Thriving: This compels us to do things differently-since the increasing complex world demands new solutions to new challenges for person with disabilities and this demands creativity in order to thrive.
The second is Technical: We focus on doing the hard things that most persons including those without disability finds very hard to accomplish and to achieve this; we instill disciplines in persons with disabilities and ensure that, they perform each and every piece of work with a lot more commitment and zeal to achieve targets.
The third is Time bound: We must have a sense of achieving every targets within specific time limit and prioritize our beneficiaries, partners and stakeholders and give them the best experience that we can offer
Became a Member
- Individual member,
- Group/associations and
- Corporate member-who can eventually become Associate members.
Please if interested to become a member, write to us for eligibility and membership joining details and benefits, we will be willing to respond as soon as possible with the next step. Be reminded that, the followings are the category of members in details:- All Associations/Organizations of PWDs in all the Sub-Counties of the District.
- Any Community Based Organization of the PWDs or working with PWDs
- Honorary membership may be granted to any organization by the Board on approval of the General Assembly.
- All members shall be full members and upon fulfillment of the required conditions to certify one to be a member
- Membership partner shall be presented and approved by broad.
Executive Board
The disability union currently has 9 committee members of the Board headed by duly elected Board Chairperson. It’s the highest policy decision making body and provide advisory role to the Secretariat team currently housed at Nebbi district local government offices (Department of Community Development)
Kumakech Dieudhonne: Board Chairperson
Dieudhonne is the Chairperson of NUD and he has been a strong advocate for PWDs in Nebbi, and has worked and supported PWDs fields in various form including advocacy and fair inclusion of PWDs in disability grant distribution, provision of disability friendly infrastructures in the district and ensuring that, interests and plea of PWDs in reflected in all planning documents. Dieudhonne specializes in Apiculture and Acqualture as a certified trainers, also holds certificates in Building and Concrete Practice and ICT. He is also a current chair of Nebbi District PWDs, EMYOGAA SACCOs, a committee member in NUDIPU-Northern Uganda National delegate.
