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Job advertisement poster from inABLE seeking a Finance & Administration Manager. Qualifications require a Master's degree plus a professional accounting certification (CPA, ACCA, or CMA), 8-10 years of senior financial management experience in the NGO sector, strong expertise in donor compliance for funders like Mastercard Foundation and USAID, and proven ability to lead audits and manage financial risks. Send CV to: careers@inable.org.

We’re Hiring: Finance & Administration Manager

Join inABLE in Nairobi, Kenya, to lead financial operations and ensure donor compliance across impactful programs.

📅 Apply by Nov 15, 2025
🔗 Details at inable.org/get-involved...

#Hiring #FinanceJobs #NGOJobs #Kenya #inABLE

Job advertisement flyer for a Marketing & Partnerships Manager position at inABLE. The flyer is dark orange and brown, featuring the company logo and a background image of a modern building interior. The qualifications are listed as: Bachelor's degree (Master's preferred) in Marketing/related field; Minimum 8 years' experience in partnerships/fundraising/business development/corporate affairs within tech, development, or CSR sectors; Proven success in securing multi-year sponsorships and managing large-scale events; Strong proposal writing, negotiation, presentation, and CRM (Salesforce/HubSpot) skills; and Established networks across private and development sectors in Africa with an understanding of digital accessibility and inclusion. Applicants are instructed to send their CV to careers@inable.org.

We’re hiring a Marketing & Partnerships Manager to lead strategic collaborations advancing digital accessibility across Africa.

📍 Nairobi | ⏰ Apply by Nov 14, 2025

Details: inable.org/get-involved...

#inABLE #JobAlert #DigitalInclusion

A group of young students in blue and red uniforms are sitting at wooden desks in a computer lab, intently working on black laptop computers. The student in the foreground, who has albinism, is leaning over their laptop, which is displaying an image of an orange sports car. Other students are visible in the background, also focused on their screens and laptops. Multiple desktop monitors line the back wall.

Children as young as 4 at Likoni Primary School for the Blind are learning to use Chromebooks through inABLE’s Assistive Technology Labs Program, supported by Google. These early lessons build confidence and digital literacy from the start.

Read more: bit.ly/4oLkyLv

#AT #InABLE #A11y

The image is a dark-toned recruitment poster for a Programs Director position at the organization inABLE, Lowering Barriers. The poster, set against a blurred background of a city skyscraper, prominently announces "We Are HIRING!" in large, bold white text. The qualifications for the role are listed, emphasizing a minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership, with at least five years at the Director level. Crucially, the role requires proven expertise in disability inclusion and experience working with Persons with Disabilities, alongside a strong record in securing major funding and managing multi-million-dollar budgets. Interested candidates are instructed to Send Your CV to: careers@inable.org.

WE ARE HIRING: Program Director

inABLE is seeking a strategic leader to drive programs that advance digital accessibility and empower African youth with disabilities through assistive technology.

Based in Nairobi, Kenya. Deadline: Nov 6, 2025.
Details: bit.ly/3JoEWD4

#Hiring #inABLE

A large group of approximately eighteen young adults, with diverse disabilities, poses for a joyful group portrait in a studio setting with a white background. They are dressed in a variety of casual clothing, with some individuals seated on chairs, in a wheelchair, or on the floor, while others stand, all smiling and interacting. Notable details include one man seated with a white cane and another woman seated in a wheelchair, emphasizing the inclusive nature of the group.

ICYMI: Our Legal and Advocacy Officer, Julius Mbura, spoke on KBC about Kenya’s new digital accessibility law and why inclusive tech skills for youth with disabilities matter. inable.org/2025/05/16/d...

A formal portrait of the Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, a prominent Kenyan political figure, in a dark suit and patterned tie. He has a serious expression and is looking directly at the camera. The background is dark and blurred, with a hint of red and white, possibly representing the Kenyan flag, visible over his left shoulder. Text at the bottom reads: "Rt. Hon. Raila Amolo Odinga, E.G.H 1945 - 2025."

Today, Kenya marks Mashujaa Day as we honor those who shaped our nation. We remember Raila Amolo Odinga (1945–2025), a visionary leader who championed democracy, justice, and unity. His legacy reminds us that true leadership is service to others. 🇰🇪

#MashujaaDay #RailaOdinga #Kenya

With this support, Caroline and Grace can focus on their learning, pursue their dreams in law, and inspire other students with disabilities to reach their full potential.

Support initiatives that bridge the digital divide: bit.ly/4nTT9qz

#AssistiveTechnology #DigitalInclusion #InABLE

These laptops help them navigate exams, take notes, and conduct research more efficiently. Caroline says the voice-over feature and apps like Pages and Numbers have transformed her study sessions, while Grace highlights the portability and reliability of her MacBook as game-changers.

A picture of Grace wearing a dark grey hoodie and using a Macbook. Caroline is seated next to her, wearing a light-coloured hoodie and also using a Macbook.

Caroline and Grace, both visually impaired law students at the University of Nairobi, are taking their studies to the next level thanks to MacBooks equipped with assistive technology from inABLE’s Assistive Technology for Students Project.

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The visit left a lasting impression, with many students expressing interest in returning to Likoni School for their teaching practice.

#InclusiveEducation #AssistiveTechnology #DigitalInclusion #SpecialNeedsEducation #inABLE #MachakosUniversity #LikoniSchoolfortheBlind

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They observed a well-structured learning journey from foundational typing skills for younger learners to advanced digital skills like emailing, using Google Classroom, and coding for upper grades.

A group of adults and students are standing in a bright, spacious room, gathered in a group. Two individuals in the foreground, one in a bright yellow shirt and the other in a school uniform (plaid skirt), are facing the crowd as if addressing them. Some computer equipment is visible along the wall on the right.

A highlight of the visit was their time in the assistive technology labs, where they saw how inABLE integrates technology into special needs education.

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Students from Machakos University’s Special Needs Education program recently visited Likoni School for the Blind for a benchmarking session that brought classroom theory to life.

A man in a tan jacket is speaking into a microphone from a clear podium on a raised stage. A woman in a dark suit stands to his left, gesturing with her hand. A large screen behind them displays the words "HARKIN SUMMIT D.C. 2024" with a stylized logo. To the right, there is a backdrop with colorful horizontal stripes and the hashtag #HarkinSummit. A white armchair sits on the stage near the backdrop.

A man in a white t-shirt and black pants is standing and speaking to a small group of seated people in a casual indoor setting, holding a white cane. He is positioned in the center, addressing the group. A large blue and yellow banner with the "Rotary Club Manning Iowa" logo is hanging on the wall behind him. The seated audience includes several individuals, including a man in the foreground and a woman wearing a red headscarf on the right.

A young man, standing at a clear podium on a stage, is speaking into a microphone. He is wearing a long-sleeved white button-down shirt and black trousers. Behind him is a large backdrop with the text "NamPower Foundation" repeated several times. The stage is dark-skirted with some audio equipment visible at the front left.

After losing his sight, Namibian computer scientist Simalumba Nawa turned adversity into purpose. He founded The Blindspot Communication and Consultants to show that disability inclusion is a competitive advantage.

Read his story: bit.ly/3KMnvNa

#InclusionSpotlight #InclusiveAfrica #inABLE

A side-view image of a group of young primary school students, dressed in yellow and blue uniforms, sitting in a row at a long wooden desk in a colorful computer lab. They are focused on working individually on Dell laptop computers. Motivational posters with words like "CONTROL," "DOWNLOADING," and "ENTER" are on the white wall above the computers.

A close-up image showing a large group of young primary school students, dressed in yellow and blue uniforms, gathered tightly around two open laptop computers on a table, all looking intently at the screens. An adult male in a dark shirt is standing to the left, smiling as he supervises the children's collaborative learning.

Elated Grade 4 pupils from Nguna Primary visited the Kang'aru Digital Hub to learn how a computer connects to a printer. For many, it was their first hands-on tech experience—arriving 10 mins early, eager to explore.

Learn more: ow.ly/KcCp50XamTI

Two students in light green uniforms and headphones are seated in front of separate desktop monitors, studying chemistry equations displayed on the left screen. The student on the left is writing notes while the other is looking at a search page

A close-up side view of a young student in a white shirt and headphones using a small laptop at a computer station. Several desktop monitors are visible behind them along the wall, showing an entire row of students working in a classroom setting.

A high school student, viewed in profile, leans close to a small open laptop computer on a long wooden desk. The screen shows text related to a "Paper Theory and Practices" assessment. The student is wearing headphones and a white school shirt.

Across Kenya, students with visual impairments are using assistive tech—from keyboard skills to AI tools like Gemini—to prepare for national exams with confidence and independence.

💚 Support inclusive education: ow.ly/SRTO50X8oJ1

Read more: ow.ly/gb4x50X8oJ2

#InclusiveEducation #AT

A smiling dark-skinned man wearing a dark suit jacket and black pants is seated, playing a black Yamaha PSR-SX600 keyboard. A microphone is positioned in front of him. To his left, a blue electric guitar rests on a stand. In the foreground, part of a drum set is visible.

A mid-shot portrait of a dark-skinned man with a wide, joyous smile and white teeth, wearing a dark fedora-style hat with a colorful woven band and a dark shirt. He is holding the headstock of a wooden classical or acoustic guitar, which has a rainbow-colored strap. The background is a plain light gray.

A close-up, low-key portrait of a dark-skinned man with a shaved head, holding the neck of a wooden, stringed instrument next to his head. He is wearing a dark shirt and has a slight smile. The background is completely black, highlighting the subject and the wood of the instrument.

Edwin had never used a computer before joining an inABLE lab. Today, he’s a blind music instructor inspiring others through tech and talent.

Read his story: inable.org/2025/05/16/s...

#Inclusion #AssistiveTechnology

Ecobank Foundation webinar graphic for "Can Technology Break Down Barriers to Inclusive Education?" featuring Irene Mbari-Kirika. Webinar on Oct 9, 2025, 11:00 am (GMT).

Our Founder & Executive Director, Irene Mbari-Kirika, will speak at the Ecobank Day 2025 webinar on “Can Technology Break Down Barriers to Inclusive Education?”

🗓 Oct 9, 2025 | 🕙 10–11:30 AM GMT | 💻 Zoom

👉 Register: bit.ly/435fpFs

#EcobankDay2025 @irenembari-kirika.bsky.social

An empty, modern computer lab or classroom with long dark wooden desks and colorful blue and yellow chairs arranged in two rows. The back wall features a bright, geometric, multi-colored pattern. Boxes of new Acer laptops are stacked on the right desk.

A view of a fully set up computer lab. Multiple laptop computers are placed on the long wooden desks, ready for use. Colorful signs on the walls display motivational and instructional messages like "DOWNLOADING," "CONTROL," and "DELETE."

A group of young Kenyan students in yellow shirts sit at a long wooden desk, focused on using laptop computers in a bright classroom. A wall sign reads "transforming Human FUTURE with technology."

True inclusivity means putting persons with disabilities first. At Kang’aru Digital Hub, no one is left behind. Students prove every day that “disability is not inability” by mastering digital skills.

Learn more: inable.org/2025/07/14/d...

#Inclusion #Accessibility #DigitalSkills

An adult woman wearing a white shirt with a red logo is standing and leaning over to assist a student and an adult man seated at a wooden desk in a computer lab. The student and man are looking at an open laptop screen, which displays a webpage with blue and white sections.

A young student in a white uniform shirt and wearing headphones is focused on working on an open black laptop in a brightly lit computer lab. The screen shows a webpage with some forms or content.

A student in a white shirt, sitting at a wooden desk in a computer lab, smiles and gestures while speaking to an adult man wearing glasses and a patterned shirt, who is leaning in to listen. Several laptops, desktop monitors, and headsets line the long desks in the room, where other students are also working in the background.

A group of four adults—three women and one man in a patterned shirt and glasses—stand and talk together while supervising young students who are sitting at long tables, working on small black laptops and wearing headsets. The scene appears to be an educational setting.

We had the pleasure of hosting Senior Exam Officer (SNE–VI) at KNEC, at Likoni Primary School for the Blind. Students showcased digital learning with Chromebooks, proving #EdTech is revolutionizing inclusive education in Kenya.

Read more: inable.org/2025/03/20/h...

#InclusiveEducation

A group of five children are gathered around a laptop, sitting on the floor against a bright yellow wall. One child with albinism, wearing a red hat, is laughing while holding the laptop, and four other children are closely watching the screen. They are wearing a mix of yellow, beige, and gray school uniforms. The scene captures a moment of shared enjoyment as the children engage with the laptop, which is an Acer Chromebook.

A man in a white lab coat sits at a desk looking intently at an open gray Acer Chromebook laptop. The laptop is positioned on a stand. In the background, there is a bright turquoise blue curtain and various computer mice and cables on the left side of the desk.

A man, wearing a white lab coat, stands over and instructs a student in a classroom or computer lab. The student, who has albinism, is sitting at a desk looking at an open Acer laptop. The man is holding a second laptop. Other students and computers are visible around them. The room has light blue curtains and windows letting in natural light.

I’m Douglas Chiriswa, Station Lead at St. Lucy’s, inABLE AT Labs. My Chromebook makes learning inclusive — from creating accessible tests to interactive lessons and even checking Meru’s weather. It empowers learners with confidence.

#InclusiveEducation #inABLE

👉 https://ow.ly/Nmnm50X4ORo

A close-up side view of a student, wearing a blue school uniform, working intently on a laptop on a wooden desk. The screen shows a Google search results page for "animals of East Africa."

A close-up view from behind of a student wearing a light brown uniform and a blue and white striped sun hat. The student is leaning over a laptop on a desk, with a textbook or braille material lying beside the computer.

Three students seated side-by-side at a long wooden desk, working on laptops. The student in the foreground, wearing a blue school uniform, is focused on the screen, which displays a webpage related to "ANIMALS OF AFRICA." The student in the middle has albinism and is wearing a light brown uniform.

Learners at St. Oda School for the Blind are using Assistive Computer Labs and Chromebooks to revise for KPSEA, research, and code.
“Now I can search for information on my own. Science and social studies are my favorite.” – Joy, Grade 6
More:https://inable.org/our-programs/assistive-technology-labs/

We look forward to meaningful discussions and partnerships that will help shape a more accessible environment for children and youth with disabilities in Africa and beyond.

Learn more: www.m-enabling.com
#menabling25 #GlobalAccessibility #DigitalAccessibility #a11y

This year’s theme, Digital Accessibility Innovation: A Deep Dive into Next-Generation User Experiences, is about reimagining technology so that disability inclusion is embedded in every digital experience.

A digital poster for the 2025 M-Enabling Summit on "Driving Accessibility in Emerging Markets." The background is dark blue with a green and white graphic design at the top right. The poster features headshots and names of four speakers: Irene Mbari-Kirika, Executive Director, InABLE Sara Basson, Google Shilpi Kapoor, Founder and CEO, BarrierBreak Cid Torquato, Ambassador, ICOM Libras The event is promoted as "Promoting Accessible Technologies and Environments."

A digital poster for the 2025 M-Enabling Summit session titled, "The Global Digital Accessibility Legal Landscape." The poster features headshots of five speakers and a moderator, all against a dark blue background with a green and white graphic design at the top right. The speakers listed are: Lainey Feingold, Esq. (Moderator), Law Office of Lainey Feingold Susanna Laurin, CPACC, G3ict/IAAP Monica Duhem, Ph.D., G3ict Shilpi Kapoor, BarrierBreak Irene Mbari-Kirika, CPACC, InABLE

She’ll join global accessibility leaders in conversations on:
🌍 Driving Accessibility in Emerging Markets
⚖️ The Global Digital Accessibility Legal Landscape.

A digital poster for the 2025 M-Enabling Summit. The background is dark blue and dark green with gray circles that resemble bubbles. A circular photo of Irene Mbari-Kirika is on the left side of the poster. She is smiling and looking to the left. The text on the poster reads: "2025 M-Enabling Summit," "Promoting Accessible Technologies and Environments," "Speaker," "Irene Mbari-Kirika, CPACC, Executive Director, InABLE." The logos for G3ict and IAAP are at the bottom.

We’re excited to share that Irene Mbari-Kirika, inABLE's Executive Director, will take the stage at the @menablingsummit.bsky.social 2025 in Arlington, Virginia, USA, from October 6–8, 2025.
@iaaporg.bsky.social @g3ict.bsky.social @irenembari-kirika.bsky.social

Promotional graphic for International Deaf Awareness Month by inABLE. The graphic spotlights Ankunda Doreck, an award-winning Ugandan actress who uses film to challenge stereotypes and promote inclusion. Doreck is pictured smiling, pointing her finger towards the camera.

Promotional graphic for International Deaf Awareness Month by inABLE. The graphic spotlights Nehemiah Danjuma, a Nigerian law student and advocate for deaf students' access to education and justice. Nehemiah is pictured smiling, wearing a colorful outfit, and signing "I love you" (ASL).

Promotional graphic for International Deaf Awareness Month by inABLE. The graphic spotlights Bethel S Mihret, an Ethiopian Deaf educator and advocate advancing inclusive education. Bethel is pictured smiling while making a sign with her right hand.

Promotional graphic for International Deaf Awareness Month by inABLE. The graphic spotlights Harunah Damba, an advocate who champions disability inclusion and empowers youth with disabilities through science and activism. Harunah is pictured in a close-up portrait shot.

Promotional graphic for International Deaf Awareness Month by inABLE. The graphic spotlights Luyinda Hindu, a Ugandan Deaf advocate championing education, inclusion, and SRHR rights. Luyinda is pictured smiling brightly while holding up a peace sign (V-sign) close to the camera.

Promotional graphic for International Deaf Awareness Month by inABLE. The graphic spotlights Andrew Olubala, a Kenyan advocate advancing accessibility and inclusive civic engagement across Africa. Andrew is pictured smiling while holding his right hand up and making a sign.

September is #DeafAwarenessMonth!
This year’s theme, “No Human Rights without Sign Language Rights,” reminds us that sign language is key to identity, culture, and full participation in society.

This week, we celebrate Deaf Changemakers across Africa. Stay tuned!

#Inclusion #SignLanguageRights

A close-up, side view of a young person with albinism, wearing a watch, looking at a laptop screen. The screen displays a document with a table containing student information. Wires and a keyboard are on the desk in front of them.

A close-up, side view of a young person wearing dark glasses, looking at a laptop screen. The screen shows a document with a table. An external monitor is visible behind the laptop. The person is in a room with a barred window.

A young person wearing a headset is lying on a desk, looking intently at a laptop screen. Several other computer monitors and keyboards are lined up on the desk in the background. The person is focused on the laptop.

A close-up, side view of a young person wearing a headset and dark glasses, focused on a laptop screen. The screen shows a document with what appears to be code or a text-based interface. An external monitor is behind the laptop.

Grade 9 learners at Likoni School for the Blind are using Chromebooks to practice exam papers for the KJSEA. This hands-on experience builds skills and confidence.

Support inclusive education: www.globalgiving.org/projects/com...

#InclusiveEducation #AssistiveTechnology #AccessibleLearning

A close-up portrait of Alvarita looking to her right, her eyes wide. She has twist braids that frame her face and fall over her shoulder. She is wearing a white shirt and a gold hoop earring. She has on a ring on her right hand. The background is a dark, shadowy black.

A photo of Goldalyn with light-colored dreadlocks stands in front of a white backdrop filled with the logos of corporate sponsors like Google, Microsoft, and Meta. She is wearing glasses and a light gray zippered sweater. A conference lanyard with a nametag is around her neck. To her left, an easel holds a framed black and white photograph of two people playing soccer. The background is a blurry conference hall with lights and windows.

Pelemo stands confidently using crutches, dressed in a black short-sleeve top and colorful, vibrant patchwork pants featuring green, pink, purple, and white patterns. She has long, curly hair and wears dangling earrings. The background is a simple, dark studio setting with a beige patterned floor.

A picture of Sammy wearing a blue patterned shirt with geometric circles stands against a dark background.

Our webinar, “The Power of Art, Music and Poetry in Disability Advocacy,” explored how creativity drives inclusion.

Read the recap: inable.org/2025/09/16/t...
and watch here: youtu.be/Jd914kgiwC8?...

#DisabilityAdvocacy #Inclusion