Elections further marginalise women with disabilities

It is estimate that In Africa, 60-80 million people are living with disabilities, meaning that this group has significant electoral weight. People with disabilities could provide crucial votes that can make a difference for a winning candidate, but only if they include them in the entire electoral process. In view of the many challenges faced by people with disabilities as they try to register or obtain identity cards and other documents, election support networks should recommend that voter registration be extended and more effectively publicised, and be done in places accessible for people with disabilities. As well, voter education must keep this group in mind, and media must access this group for voices and opinion, so campaigns and politicians consider their priorities. The current situation provides fertile ground for the further marginalisation especially of women with disabilities.

ISBN: 978-1-920550-26-4
Publisher: Gender Links
Edition: 6th Edition
Year of Publication: 2009
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