Author: Kupenda

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Musha’s Story: Empowered by Education and Family Advocacy

by Kupenda

  • Posted on August 6, 2021

Kupenda first became involved with Musha Baya Katana when he was 15 years old. As a first step in supporting him, our Kenyan field staff counseled his parents to help them understand that Musha had a right to receive an education and the ability to learn and succeed, even though his is disabled. Although they…



Program Assistant Job Opening!

by Kupenda

  • Posted on August 5, 2021

We are seeking an energetic, results-driven, independent, self-starting, U.S.-based Program Assistant to support our work of improving the lives of children with disabilities in low-income countries. POSITION OVERVIEW The U.S.-based program assistant provides administrative and logistical support to the organization’s directors and other team members. RESPONSIBILITIES Tracking, supporting and reviewing reporting both in the field…



Volunteer and Internship Opportunities

Autumn Internship Opportunities with Kupenda!

by Kupenda

  • Posted on July 28, 2021

This fall you can join the Kupenda team as an intern and make a difference in the lives of children with disabilities in Kenya! Many of our interns from Gordon College, Boston University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), University of Virginia have even earned college credit for their work with us. We are looking for…



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The Real-World Impact of Software Development

by Kupenda

  • Posted on July 8, 2021

My name is Vicky Zheng, and I’m planning to double major in Computer Science and Engineering (6-3) and Management (15-1). My experience with programming started with the drag-and-drop challenges on Code.org in middle school, and throughout high school, I’ve been taking CS classes, exploring cybersecurity, and creating projects at hackathons. As a freshman, I’m currently…



14 People with Disabilities SHare about their Experiences Accessing Health Care

14 People with Disabilities Share about their Experiences Accessing Health Care

by Kupenda

  • Posted on July 7, 2021

Two short films on access to healthcare for people with disabilities were recently produced by the World Health Organization (WHO) and a few members of the International Disability and Development Consortium (IDDC) – namely Sightsavers, Humanity and Inclusion, The Liliane Foundation and The Leprosy Mission. The first film focuses onĀ barriers to healthcare for people with…



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