We Defend the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in Nigeria.
Disability Rights Protection Initiative (DRP) is committed to protecting, assisting, and representing the community of persons with disabilities, including marginalized women and people with physical, visual, mental, hearing and intellectual disabilities whose civil rights have been violated or are under threat of being violated.
To read more about DRP Initiative, visit our About Page
What Motivates Us
Mission
To advance equal opportunities, promote inclusion and defend the human rights of persons with disabilities against discriminatory treatments.
Vision
A just and all-inclusive society, devoid of inequality and intolerant of all forms of discrimination against persons with disabilities in Nigeria.
Our Core Values and Principles
Protection of Rights:
We safeguard the civil and fundamental human rights of persons with disabilities and ensure they have full access to justice when their rights are violated.
Equality and Non-Discrimination:
We promote and protect equal rights and opportunities, advocating against discrimination while ensuring that marginalized and vulnerable groups enjoy fair treatment and inclusion.
Transparency and Accountability:
We uphold transparency in our mission, vision, activities, and funding. We engage openly with stakeholders, supporters, and the public through clear communication and responsible reporting.
Independence and Integrity:
Our work is guided by autonomy, free from external control by individuals, institutions, or political groups. While we collaborate with partners, we remain fully independent and committed to integrity.
Courage and Responsibility:
We stand firmly against violence and discrimination, demonstrating civil courage while promoting civic responsibility, volunteerism, and social justice.
Inclusion and Participation:
We advocate for the full and effective participation of persons with disabilities in every sphere of society, ensuring no one is left behind.
Awareness and Respect:
In line with the UNCRPD and Nigeria’s Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Act, 2018, we raise awareness at all levels to foster respect for the rights and dignity of persons with disabilities.
Our Objectives
- To obtain justice for persons with disabilities by intervening in cases of violation of their fundamental human rights, abuses, stigmatisation, harassment, intimidation, etc.
- To promote equal rights and opportunities for all persons with disabilities by advocating their full access to health-care, inclusive and quality education, work and employment, private and public facilities/services, and equal recognition before the law.
- To create adequate awareness on the rights, capabilities, and contributions of persons with disabilities in the society.
- To provide enabling and competitive atmosphere for persons with disabilities to realize their full potentials.
- To be a strong voice of persons with disabilities for affirmative action.
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Your gift is more than a donation — it’s a step toward a Nigeria where persons with disabilities have equal opportunities in schools, workplaces, and communities. By standing with us, you are helping to create a society that values inclusion, dignity, and respect for all.