A simple assistive device changes a child's life

Nzeve continues to lay the groundwork for improving access to assistive devices for children with disabilities across Manicaland. Through our ongoing community engagements, we are raising awareness about the importance of assistive devices and identifying children whose development, mobility, communication and independence could be improved through access to appropriate support.

Our interactions with families and communities continue to reveal the challenges many children face due to limited access to these essential resources. For some children, a hearing aid could open up opportunities for communication and learning, while a wheelchair or walking aid could make movement and participation in school and community activities easier. Children with developmental delays also require specialised sensory and learning resources, while children with albinism need sunscreen for skin protection.

The photograph accompanying this update captures a child being fitted with hearing aids, a reminder of how access to the right support can create new opportunities for children with hearing loss. Unfortunately, the cost of these devices remains a challenge for many families, leaving some children without the support they need to reach their full potential.

As we continue engaging communities and identifying these needs, we are also looking forward to mobilising the resources required to respond. We warmly invite you to support our campaign and help us reach more children with disabilities.

Together, we can make inclusion a reality, one child at a time.