Kiambu County Gender and Social Services Executive Esther Ndirangu has encouraged the disabled persons in the county to feel free and seek services from the government.
The Executive said that the government recognises the rights of disabled persons and has put in place appropriate policies to cater for their welfare.
She said that disabled persons have the same rights just as other residents and that the county will ensure that they are not in any way discriminated upon.
“The county government recognises the rights of all disabled persons, we want them to access services just like other citizens do,” said Ndirangu.
Ndirangu noted that plans are underway to set aside funds specifically for disabled persons which will help them start business ventures.
She called on the disabled persons in the county to take advantage of the Uwezo Fund as the county deliberates on other programmes to help empower them.
The Executive said that the Fund is meant for women, youths and the disabled persons observing that some have already benefited from the Funds Kitty.
She further asked the disabled persons to form groups and seek tenders from the county government.
Ndirangu noted that the county has implemented the national government directive to have 30 per cent of tender for women, youths and the disabled persons.
She added that they will comply with all directives from the national government aimed at empowering disabled persons, youths and women.