The importance of putting unique ability before disability
Uzoamaka Anita Asiegbu is a UN Volunteer Programme and Inclusion Analyst with UN Women. Prior to becoming a UN Volunteer, Anita Asiegbu had always been enthusiastic about volunteering. As a woman with a disability, she shares how volunteering has enabled her to learn and prove her capabilities. Her assignment is fully funded by the the Swedish International Development Corporation Agency (Sida).
My primary role is to spearhead disability inclusion at the Nigeria Country Office. I manage the inclusion of women and girls with disabilities and the youth in UN Women's activities in Nigeria.
I have pioneered a Disability Inclusion toolkit tailored to the ongoing programmes in the country. This toolkit simplifies the steps for programme managers and partners to provide access to women and girls with diverse disabilities to contribute, participate and benefit from development programmes.