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28 May 2026

Pad Bank Initiative

DWAI highlighted the impact of its Pad Bank Initiative, which provides girls with disabilities with free sanitary pads, accessible menstrual health education, and ongoing hygiene support. Through disability-inclusive learning delivered in sign language, the initiative has empowered hundreds of Deaf girls with knowledge and confidence while promoting menstrual dignity and reducing stigma. The program continues to expand through strategic partnerships and sustainable fundraising efforts to reach more schools and communities across Nigeria.

DWAI highlighted the impact of its Pad Bank Initiative, which provides girls with disabilities with free sanitary pads, accessible menstrual health education, and ongoing hygiene support. Through disability-inclusive learning delivered in sign language, the initiative has empowered hundreds of Deaf girls with knowledge and confidence while promoting menstrual dignity and reducing stigma. The program continues to expand through strategic partnerships and sustainable fundraising efforts to reach more schools and communities across Nigeria.

DWAI highlighted the impact of its Pad Bank Initiative, which provides girls with disabilities with free sanitary pads, accessible menstrual health education, and ongoing hygiene support. Through disability-inclusive learning delivered in sign language, the initiative has empowered hundreds of Deaf girls with knowledge and confidence while promoting menstrual dignity and reducing stigma. The program continues to expand through strategic partnerships and sustainable fundraising efforts to reach more schools and communities across Nigeria.

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DWAI Advocates for Disability-Inclusive Health Budget in Gwagwalada

DWAI paid a courtesy visit to the Gwagwalada Area Council Chairman and presented four key proposals to strengthen disability-inclusive healthcare, including a dedicated health budget, community dialogue, a Disability Desk Officer, and improved disability-related health data.

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DWAI Advocates for Disability-Inclusive Healthcare at WHO Africa Youth Consultative Forum

DWAI participated in the WHO Africa Youth Consultative Forum in Abuja, advocating for disability-inclusive healthcare and meaningful participation of Deaf women, girls, and young persons with disabilities in Africa’s health policies and programmes.

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DWAI Executive Director Delivers Keynote at BloomFest 2026

DWAI Executive Director Hellen Udoye Beyioku-Alase delivered the keynote address at Brainbloom Centre’s BloomFest 2026, sharing her journey as a Deaf woman and calling on parents and caregivers to see the potential in children with disabilities.

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