Foundation
for Disabilities
Hope
Empowering Persons with Disabilities in Tanzania through advocacy, education, healthcare, and economic opportunities since 2016.
About FDH
Foundation for Disabilities Hope (FDH) is a non-governmental organization registered in 2019 under Governmental Act No: 24 of 2022 with registration No: 00NGO/R/0204.
FDH receiving Certificate of Best Organization - Dodoma
Established by a group of youth including persons with disabilities, FDH works to resolve various social, economic, and political problems facing persons with disabilities in Tanzania.
We work with multisectoral organizations at national and international levels to advocate for an equitable society where persons with disabilities can freely realize their full potential, achieve their rights, fulfill responsibilities, and lead their lives with dignity and self-respect.
Our Vision
To see all PWDs enjoying the best living standard
Our Mission
To support and empower PWDs in accessing services
Our Leadership Team
Dedicated professionals committed to empowering persons with disabilities
Mr. Michael Salali Hosea
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Leading FDH with passion and commitment to disability rights and inclusion.
Mr. Salmin Mussa
OPERATIONAL DIRECTOR
Ensuring smooth operations and program implementation across Tanzania.
Ms. Glory Chuwa
ADMINISTRATIVE & FINANCE MANAGER
Managing resources efficiently to maximize impact for persons with disabilities.
Mr. Eliud Ezekiel Anyelwise
PROGRAM MANAGER
Designing and implementing impactful programs for community development.
Ms. Prisca Laina
COMMUNICATION OFFICER
Telling the FDH story and amplifying voices of persons with disabilities.
Our Programs
Comprehensive initiatives to support and empower persons with disabilities
Human Rights Advocacy
Empowering communities with knowledge of national and international human rights standards for persons with disabilities.
- Rights awareness campaigns
- Policy advocacy
- Community legal education
- ✓ 1,200+ Beneficiaries
Communication Access
Promoting inclusive communication through sign language training and interpreter services for deaf community.
- Sign language classes
- Interpreter services
- Accessible information
- ✓ 2500+ Trained
Healthcare Access
Ensuring PWDs have access to quality healthcare services including reproductive health and NHIF coverage.
- NHIF registration support
- Mobile health clinics
- Reproductive health services
- ✓ 5,500+ Supported
Inclusive Education
Supporting students with disabilities through learning materials, assistive devices, and teacher training.
- Learning materials
- Assistive devices
- Teacher sensitization
- ✓ 2800+ Students
Economic Empowerment
Creating economic opportunities through entrepreneurship training, VSLA groups, and business startup support.
- Entrepreneurship training
- VSLA groups
- Business startup capital
- ✓ 2600+ Entrepreneurs
Legal Aid & Justice
Providing free legal services and representation to underprivileged PWDs and vulnerable populations.
- Free legal clinics
- Court representation
- Rights protection
- ✓ 3,400+ Cases
Psychosocial Support
Offering counseling and mental health support for PWDs and their families through professional services.
- Professional counseling
- Support groups
- Mental health awareness
- ✓ 800+ Families
Accessibility & Infrastructure
Advocating for accessible infrastructure and providing mobility devices to enhance independence.
- Mobility devices
- Infrastructure advocacy
- Accessibility audits
- ✓ 1,200+ Devices
Our Gallery
Capturing moments of impact, empowerment, and community engagement
President of Tanzania meets with FDH Executive Director Mr. Michael Salali Hosea at State House
FDH delegation discussing disability rights with Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa - Dodoma
FDH launching Clean Energy Competition across Tanzania, starting with Dodoma region
Economic empowerment training for women with disabilities - Kondoa District
World Albinism Day celebration in Kigoma with Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa
Community awareness session on disability rights and inclusion
Recent Events & Activities
Disability awareness workshop in Dodoma region
Youth with disabilities entrepreneurship training session
Distribution of assistive devices to community members
Sign language training session for healthcare workers
Community outreach program in rural Tanzania
Inclusive education workshop for teachers
Annual general meeting with stakeholders and partners
Women empowerement
Providing needs for supporting albinese
Our Impact
Economic Rights
Empowered
Education Access
Supported
Healthcare Access
Provided
Legal Aid Services
Delivered
Our Stakeholders & Partners
We collaborate with government institutions, financial partners, and development organizations to maximize our impact.
Government of Tanzania
Foundation for Civil Society
STAMICO
Serengeti Breweries
TACAIDS
NMB Bank
CRDB Bank
Tanzania Institute of Education