Child Success Stories

Mishi’s Story: Health Through the Power of Advocacy

by Kathleen Hehn

  • Posted on July 22, 2025

Oftentimes, due to stigma in low- and middle- income countries that view disabilities as the result of a curse, children with disabilities are more likely to be denied the safe and accessible healthcare they deserve. According to the World Health Organization, people with disabilities are three times more likely to be denied healthcare and four…



Rising Above: How Rose Became a Netball Star

by Kupenda

  • Posted on June 26, 2025

Due to stigma, discrimination, and a lack of resources, many children with disabilities in low-income countries lack opportunities to demonstrate their full potential. For one girl named Rose, however, Kupenda’s Child Scholarship Program provided the support she needed to not only succeed in school but also to become a celebrated netball star. Overcoming Early Obstacles…



Steps of Understanding: Juda’s Story

by Lauren Blair

  • Posted on May 20, 2025

One of the greatest impediments to supporting people with disabilities is the lack of understanding about their disability in the first place. In many low- and middle-income countries, communities attribute disability to witchcraft or a curse. That is why resources such as Kupenda’s Disability Guidebook are crucial for educating communities about the descriptions, medical causes…



Carlos sitting

Empowered to Empower: Carlos’s Story

by Rebecca Heidorn

  • Posted on May 8, 2025

Carlos, a 28-year-old man from Kenya, faced significant challenges. Diagnosed with brittle bone disease, his childhood was marked by frequent fractures, painful surgeries, and delayed school enrollment. His parents, Benjamin and Elizabeth, were unaware of his condition at first and struggled to provide the specialized care he needed. In addition, people in his community viewed…



jumwa standing in the green

Rooted in Resilience: Jumwa’s Story

by Lauren Blair

  • Posted on March 22, 2025

For many parents of children with disabilities, it can be challenging to balance the additional needs of caring for a child with a disability along with attaining financial stability. This is due to a number of factors, including heightened stigma, added healthcare expenses, and limited job opportunities. One of the ways Kupenda comes alongside caregivers…



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