Association of Disabled Females International (ADFI)

Country

Organization

Association of Disabled Females International (ADFI)

ADFI was established in 1996 to seek the inclusion of citizens with disabilities in major decision making processes, address negative perceptions of disabled people throughout society and build the capacity of its members.

Project

Engagement for Positive Action

To promote the social inclusion of people living with disabilities by advocating for unrestricted access to all voting centers during Liberia's 2011 elections; to organize a series of community discussions to explain the significance of the elections and the political agendas of those running for public office to ensure that women, young people and traditional leaders make an informed decision; and to advocate for the inclusion of issues specific to the disabled community in the agenda of a referendum preceding the elections.