About Us

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Background History

The Tanzania Federation of Organizations of Persons with Disability (SHIVYAWATA) is a national umbrella body founded in 1992 to unite and amplify the voices of persons with disabilities. It brings together 12 member organizations, including groups for individuals with physical, sensory, intellectual, and psychosocial disabilities.

SHIVYAWATA champions the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities in Tanzania, driving change in education, health, employment, gender equality, social protection, and policy to create a more inclusive society.

The Federation is a mouthpiece for matters pertaining to People with Disabilities (PWDs). The essence of having the Federation was to afford a larger, lauder and common voice on issues of lobbying and advocacy and mainly on cross-cutting issues such as LEGISLATION, POLICIES, EDUCATION, HEALTH, EMPLOYMENT, SOCIAL PROTECTION, GENDER and many other similar issues issues leading to social change and practice responsive to Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).

Our Mission
Our Vision
Our Future Plans
To advocate for and promote the elimination of all forms of discrimination against people with disabilities, working to advance their rights, dignity, and equal participation in society through awareness, empowerment, and inclusive policies.
To build an inclusive society in which people with disabilities are fully recognized, respected, and empowered to access and benefit equally from all opportunities, ensuring dignity, equity, and meaningful participation in every aspect of life.
In collaboration with other regional and International National Federations of Persons with disabilities worldwide, intends to induce struggle and ratify International Disability Conventions as a Block in order to ease functionality of such Conventions to an ordinary Person with Disability and also expand its collaboration to Livelihood engagement of PWDs
Together for Inclusive Impact

Member Organizations

  • Tanzania Albino Society (TAS)
  • Tanzania League of the Blind (TLB)
  • Tanzania Association of the Physically Handicapped (CHAWATA)
  • Tanzania society of the Deaf (CHAVITA)
  • Tanzania Association of the Deaf – Blind (TASODEB)
  • Tanzania Association for the Mentally Handicapped (TAMH)
  • Kilimanjaro Association of Spinal Cord Injuries (KASI)
  • Psoriasis Association of Tanzania (PSORATA)
  • Tanzania Users and Survivors of Psychiatric Organization (TUSPO)
  • Association of Spinal Bifida and Hydrocephalous of Tanzania (ASBAHT)
  • Down Syndrome Tanzania
  • Tanzania Leprosy Association (TLA)
What We Stand For

Core Values

Achievement
We set ambitious goals and celebrate every milestone toward building a more inclusive and empowering society.
Cooperation
We foster collaboration with communities, governments, and partners to advance rights and opportunities for persons with disabilities.
Inclusion
We create welcoming environments where every person, regardless of disability, can participate fully in all aspects of life.
Equality of Participation
We ensure persons with disabilities have equal opportunities in leadership, decision-making, and community life without barriers.
Integrity
We act with honesty, accountability, and fairness, building trust through transparent and just advocacy for all people.
Solidarity
We stand united with persons with disabilities, amplifying their voices and strengthening collective action for lasting change.
Hope
We inspire optimism and confidence, believing persistence and unity will achieve a just and inclusive society.
Empowerment
We equip persons with disabilities with skills, confidence, and opportunities to shape their lives and communities.
What We Strive to Achieve

Our Objectives

Unity

We unite all organizations of persons with disabilities for strong lobbying and advocacy.

Protection

We safeguard the rights and interests of persons with disabilities and achieve objectives.

Networking

We build networks with government, political parties, and local and international partners.
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