About

Our purpose

TIDF brings together multidisciplinary professionals and communities to advance disability inclusion across Tanzania.

Vision

To be a leading catalyst for an inclusive society where disability is not a barrier to health, opportunity, participation, or dignity.

Mission

To promote inclusive and equitable development through evidence-based research, professional capacity building, strategic partnerships, and community-centered advocacy.

Core Values

  • Inclusion & Equity
  • Integrity & Accountability
  • Collaboration & Partnership
  • Innovation & Excellence
  • Respect & Dignity

Strategic focus

Six Core Objectives

1

Promote Health Equity and Accessible Healthcare

Champion accessible, equitable health systems for persons with disabilities across Tanzania.

2

Advance Economic Empowerment and Livelihoods

Open pathways to dignified income, entrepreneurship and inclusive employment.

3

Strengthen Professional Capacity and Leadership

Build a generation of multidisciplinary leaders who shape inclusive practice and policy.

4

Influence Inclusive Policy & Systems Change

Translate evidence into policy reform that embeds disability inclusion at every level.

5

Promote Social Inclusion & Protection

Safeguard rights, dignity and full social participation of persons with disabilities.

6

Foster Accessible Education and Skills Development

Champion inclusive education and lifelong learning that leaves no one behind.