KNAD, established in 1986 and registered in 1987, advocates for Deaf Rights in Kenya, focusing on KSL, education, health, and social inclusion.
Joined March 2013
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January Intake Open!
Join our Kenyan Sign Language classes this January - Enroll now!
NB: It is highly advisable to come visit our office at:
Eagle House 4th Floor. Suite #5
Kimathi Street, Nairobi
As from January 6th, 2025.
Be Part of the Change - Learn KSL Today!
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Glad to be part of the #WFD2025. At Day 2 of the Women’s Pre-Conference by @FedwenKenya at @KISE, discussions focused on Deaf women’s rights, education, justice & empowerment - from amplifying Deaf adolescents’ voices to creating empowering spaces eKitabu.com #WFD2025
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The 5th @WFDeaf_org Conference 2025 opened today in Nairobi, bringing 50 countries together to advance sign language rights in climate action & disaster response.
Highlights: KSL Bill, AI in sign language, climate change, national SL recognition.
eKitabu.com #wfd2025
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Day 2 of the #WFDPreConference spotlighted Gender Equity in Deaf Organizations! From representation to policy change, delegates shared bokd strategies to make leadership more inclusive and equitable for all.
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Final stretch! 12 days to go! 🗓️ Get your travel plans ready. Nairobi awaits! #WFD2025 #AlmostTime
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Accessibility is a human right, not a privilege. Let’s build a world that works for everyone. #WFDConference2025
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✈️🌍 Travel Deal Alert for #WFD2025Nairobi! 🌍✈️
Kenya Airways is offering an exclusive 20% discount on flights for all WFD 2025 participants! 🎉🙌
Request your special promo code from WFD and book directly with Kenya Airways. Let’s meet in Nairobi and make Deaf history together!
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Deaf youth are the hope of our future. Let’s make #WFD2025 a launchpad for the next generation of Deaf leaders. #DeafYouthRising #AdvancingSignLanguageRights
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Kenya National Association of the Deaf (KNAD) was established in 1986. We've spent over 30 years fighting for access and inclusion. This conference is more than an event — it’s a homecoming. #DeafJourney #WFD2025 #AdvancingSignLanguageRights
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Did you know? Kenya is the first East African country to host the WFD Conference. We’re not just attending, we’re making history. #WFD2025Nairobi #DeafLeadership #Advancingsignlanguagerights
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Kenya National Association of the Deaf (KNAD) was established in 1986. We've spent over 30 years fighting for access and inclusion. WFD Conference 2025 is more than an event — it’s a homecoming. #DeafJourney #WFD2025 #advancingsignlanguagerights
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Every language matters. Every sign matters.
Today, we reflect on how far we've come in advocating for national sign languages. Let's keep the momentum going! #SignLanguagesMatter #WFD2025 #advancingsignlanguagerights
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The countdown has officially begun! In just 73 days, Kenya will host the 5th World Federation of the Deaf Conference . Nairobi is ready. Are you?
🌍 Let’s make history together.
#WFD2025 #DeafPride #CountdownToNairobi #AdvancingSignLanguageRights
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Deaf communities worldwide are rising! This year’s WFD Conference theme is all about Unity, Inclusion & Sign Language Rights. Join us! ✊🏾🌐 #WFD2025 #SignLanguageMatters
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82 days to go!
The countdown begins to the World Federation of the Deaf Conference in Nairobi! A historic moment for our region and the global Deaf community. #WFD2025 #DeafPride
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welcome to the 5th International Conference of the World Federation of the Deaf to be held in Nairobi on 12-14th August 2025 @CapitalFMKenya @citizentvkenya @K24Tv @KTNNewsKE @WFDeaf_org
wfdconference2025.org
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Kenya National Association the Deaf (KNAD) retweeted
12 Feb 2025
On Day 2 of the #DisabilityInclusion Partnership Retreat, the emphasis is on advancing Kenya’s Joint Disability Inclusion Strategy (2025-2027). Conversations revolve around eliminating systemic barriers, fostering economic opportunities, and enhancing collaboration across sectors
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Wish you a Happy Holidays filled with love, peace, and the warmth of Deaf Community.
May this festive season be a reminder of the beauty in our diversity, inclusivity and the strength in our unity.
Here's to a season where signs of love and friendship transcend all barriers.
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Remembering #KNADAchievements2024
ON MAY 21, 2024
KNAD participated in a strategic advocacy meeting to raise awareness about Kenyan Sign Language Bill No.1 of 2024.
Commissioner Washington Sati was facilitating, as seen in this photo.
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Remembering #KNADAchievements2024
ON APRIL 15, 2024:
KNAD hosted a German delegation led by Evangelist Maasai, focusing on Deaf community challenges.
This visit opened avenues for future partnerships to promote inclusivity and diversity.
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As part of highlighting some of the #KNADAchievementsFor2024, here is the brief story;
ON APRIL 23, 2024:
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@sarasminkara's role as Special Advisor on International Disability Rights at the U.S. Department of State is to promote and protect the rights of persons with disabilities globally, which aligns with her participation in this event.
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Her background, being a Lebanese American Muslim woman who became legally blind at a young age, adds a personal dimension to her advocacy, making her a powerful voice in discussions on Disability Rights.
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