Accessibility Modification Construction Works

Background

The Ethiopian Center for Disability and Development (ECDD) is an Ethiopian development organization established in 2005 and registered with the Agency for Civil Society Organizations as an Ethiopian Development Civil Society Organization (Certificate № 0321, Proclamation № 1113/2019).

ECDD works with partner organizations to promote and facilitate the inclusion of persons with disabilities and disability issues in mainstream service delivery and development programs. The organization envisions an inclusive Ethiopia where persons with disabilities exercise the same rights and have access to the same services and opportunities as all other citizens.

Project Overview

ECDD is implementing a consortium project titled "Integrated Multi-Sector Lifesaving Humanitarian Assistance for People Affected by Critical Malnutrition and Education Needs" in Diga and Kiramu Woredas of East Wollega Zone, Oromia Region.

Based on barriers identified by accessibility auditors, the project will support the improvement of institutional infrastructure accessibility through disability-friendly modifications. This includes undertaking accessibility modification construction works in selected areas of school and health center compounds to demonstrate the accommodations and modifications required for students with disabilities to participate fully in educational activities.

Activity Description

Activity 1.2.3: Conduct accessibility audits and make modifications to health, WASH, and nutrition facilities to improve usability for persons with disabilities.

Project Goals

• Demonstrate best practices in disability-inclusive infrastructure design
• Provide a model for the university community to implement in future construction projects
• Ensure students with disabilities can participate fully in educational and health services

Location

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia