Women with disabilities face compounded discrimination—not only based on gender but also on their physical, sensory, intellectual, or mental impairments. They are disproportionately excluded from education, healthcare, employment opportunities, and safety networks. Often invisible in mainstream women’s movements and disability advocacy, they remain at higher risk of poverty, abuse, and systemic neglect. Societal stigma, inaccessible environments, and a lack of tailored services isolate them from living independently and fully. Their needs are often deprioritized—when in fact, they should be central to any inclusive agenda.
At WakeUp Her, we are committed to building awareness that recognizes the unique challenges women with disabilities face. We promote inclusive education that integrates gender and disability perspectives, ensuring that their rights are acknowledged and protected across all sectors.
Our public education efforts include training programs, awareness campaigns, and inclusive media content that challenge harmful stereotypes and emphasize the value, autonomy, and dignity of women with disabilities. We also work with schools, community leaders, and service providers to advocate for universal design, accessible learning, and adaptive tools that ensure no woman is left behind.
We provide support that is customized and inclusive, empowering women with disabilities to thrive. This includes access to assistive technologies, inclusive healthcare services, skills training, peer support groups, legal assistance, and protection from abuse.
WakeUp Her also partners with disability-focused organizations to promote employment equity, inclusive housing, reproductive health access, and personal safety. Our advocacy extends to influencing policy reforms and national frameworks that ensure disability rights intersect with gender justice. True empowerment begins when every woman—regardless of ability—has the tools, voice, and support to live with confidence and freedom.