About Us
Our Story
The Ability in Disability Association
(TADA)
is a youth-led, community-based organisation (CBO) working at grassroots level to advance the rights, dignity, and inclusion of persons with disabilities in Zimbabwe. We operate as both an advocacy
organisation and a watchdog, promoting accountability and ensuring that the rights of
women, men, and young people with disabilities are protected and upheld in line with
the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD).
Founded in 2016 to respond to the exclusion and marginalisation of youth, girls, and
women with disabilities, TADA is led by persons with disabilities and is committed to
strengthening their autonomy, voice, and participation in society.
Our work focuses on empowering underprivileged and isolated communities through
socio-economic inclusion, prevention of gender-based violence, and improved access tosexual and reproductive health rights and services.
Our Mision
To advance the dignity, equality and self determination of children & youths with disabilities through advocacy for policy change and research
Our Vision
Creating enabling environment for all persons with disabilities to enjoy their human rights and promote inclusive systems and society
Our Aim
Improving quality of life for children & youth with disabilities.
Inclusive Leadership
TADA is proudly led by persons with disabilities, reflecting our commitment to “Nothing
About Us Without Us.”
– 70% of Board members and staff are persons with disabilities
– 30% are parents and caregivers, bringing additional expertise and lived experience
This inclusive governance model ensures that programmes are grounded in real
community needs and experiences.
Executive Leadership
Chairperson
Mr. Handsome Madzonga
Treasurer
Mrs.
Faith Chijiri
Secretary
Mr.
M. Zezai
Co-founder & Executive Director
Mr.
Turkson Zimbudzana
Executive Committee Member
C. Bandire
Executive Committee Member
C. Bandire
Executive Committee Member
M. Katuva
Executive Committee Member
M. Madzima
Commitment to Transparency
TADA is proudly led by persons with disabilities, reflecting our commitment to “Nothing
About Us Without Us.”
– 70% of Board members and staff are persons with disabilities
– 30% are parents and caregivers, bringing additional expertise and lived experience
This inclusive governance model ensures that programmes are grounded in real
community needs and experiences.
IMPACT
We empower youth, support survivors, and influence systems.
OBJECTIVE
- I. To promote access to comprehensive sexual reproductive health including HIV/AIDS for
persons with disabilities
II. To promote sustainable livelihoods through skills training for youths with disabilities
III. To provide educational support for children and youths with disabilities
IV. To address and prevent gender based violence against persons with disabilities
OUR APPROACH
- As an Organisation of Persons with Disabilities (OPD), our work is guided by the World
Health Organization’s Community-Based Inclusive Development (CBID) approach,
ensuring that all interventions are community-driven, participatory, and sustainable.
Our programmes are designed around the five core pillars of the CBID approach, which
include:
i. Health and Rehabilitation – improving access to inclusive healthcare and SRHR
services
ii. Education – promoting inclusive and equitable learning opportunities
iii. Economic Empowerment – strengthening livelihoods and financial independence
iiiv. Social Inclusion – addressing stigma, discrimination, and protection from genderbased violence
v. Research and Policy Influence – generating evidence and advocating for inclusive
policies and systems
Legal Status & Credibility
- TADA is a registered Private Voluntary Organisation (PVO) operating within the legal
frameworks of Zimbabwe and is also registered as a trust (Deed Number:
DA0015/10/16).
Our head office is based in Harare with programmes implemented at community level,
particularly in underserved rural areas.
Know me for my abilities, not my disabilities
Our mission is to address the various health, education, employment, justice and climatic challenges faced by youths with disabilities in rural and urban communities in Zimbabwe
MENU
- 4202 Denhe Close Budiriro 2, Harare
- Tel: +263 04 205240
- Cell: +263 714 556 207
- inquiries@theabilityindisability.org