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An organisation that Advocates for the rights of people with disabilities . Coordinator

Signs of Hope Trust is an organisation that advances the rights of persons with disabilities. Our mandate is hinged on three pillars: Advocacy, Empowerment and Service. Your partnership in these areas is welcome �

09/05/2025

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to the organizers of and to all who attended and supported our session titled:
"Exploring the Disability Digital Divide and Its Implications on the Information Rights of Persons with Disabilities."

It was a privilege to convene this dialogue that brought together representatives, , and persons with disabilities to deliberate on the intersection of digital inequality and .

Key takeaways from the session included:

1. Dedicating more time to raising awareness on the intersection of digital rights and disability at such a platform.

2. The importance of leveraging African legal frameworks through strategic litigation, advocacy, employing mechanisms such as shadow reporting to advance accountability and inclusive digital policies.

This conversation reaffirmed that persons with disabilities must be at the center of digital transformation efforts — not as an afterthought, but as co-creators.

Thank you for making this session impactful.

11/12/2024

We joined the Harare City 2025 proposed budget meeting by invitation of the Harare City Council. The meeting was held at the Townhouse and attended by various stakeholders including CSOs, Residents Associations, Developers, Transport Associations, City Council Representatives and Government Representatives.

We made the following recommendations
1. Exempt persons with disabilities from paying parking fees.
2. Accessibility of malls should be improved- non-compliant owners should be fined
3. Parking spaces designated for persons with disabilities should be increased.
4. There is a need for improved between the City of Harare and the residents.

The 2025 Proposed Budget which is on display at Town House and at District offices and residents can make additional comments, before final approval by the government.

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29/11/2024

The Minister of Finance and Investment Promotion has presented the proposed Budget for 2025. Citizens have a small window to input on their aspirations through their respective members of Parliament. The coming soon will be a forum for members of Parliament to propose further changes.

Our Director Samantha Sibanda was on StarFM (Disability Factor) and here are some comments she made
1. Support for tax levied on fast foods as there is a surge in Non Communicable Diseases (in 9 months a popular fast food chain opened 62 stores). Hivos Zimbabwe Urban Futures Project is highlighting the challenges there are in unhealthy eating habits.

2. She commended the Minister for keeping the Universal Services Fund which will go a long way towards Bridging the Digital Divide. But decried the low budget given to the Zimbabwean Media Commission that has the mandate to ensure Freedom of Information and oversees the Freedom of Information Act.
3. Samantha Sibanda decried the lack of notable commitments towards disability rights. Mainstreaming was observed like persons with disabilities will benefit from Social Security Programs but there were no specific resource commitments. Targeted allocations towards upholding disability rights are yet to be seen.

4. She commented on the Value Added Tax being the greatest contributor to revenue, hence inequalities, and the poor suffering more in such an economy. She said it also depicted a highly informal economy.

Most of the aspirations submitted by persons with disabilities including
1. Establishment of a Fund to cater for local production of Assistive Technology.
2. Improvement in the transport system.
3. Establishment of a Fund to cater for local production of Sunscreen Lotion were not incorporated.

There is a long way to go for a Budget, that complies with the UNCRPD to be realized.

22/11/2024

What a way to conclude our week. 😄 to the Southern Africa Parliamentary Support Trust for making it happen.

📸 Jennipher Madiriza

01/11/2024

🌟 Applications Closed – Thank You! 🌟

A huge thank you to everyone who applied to the Signs of Hope Trust Volunteer Program! We’re thrilled by the incredible response and inspired by your commitment to making a difference.

Our team is now carefully reviewing all applications, and we’ll be in touch with next steps soon. To everyone who took the time to apply, thank you for your interest in being part of our mission to build more inclusive communities!

Stay tuned for updates, and thank you again for your enthusiasm!

27/10/2024

Update: Disability Rights Award 2024

We had the honor of attending the NANGO Zimbabwe Awards Dinner, where Signs of Hope Trust, Zimbabwe was nominated for the Disability Rights Award. While we didn’t take home the award, we are incredibly for the nomination and the recognition it represents.

Thank you so much for rallying behind us throughout the process, and for the continued support. Being acknowledged among other impactful organizations means a lot to us. We look forward to working together with our partners and supporters to keep pushing for disability rights and inclusion.

Thank you once again, family. Onward and upward!
Rust Media Samantha Sibanda Jennifer Madiriza Deaf Zimbabwe Trust

14/10/2024

Apply by 31 October 2024

23/09/2024

On , let's recognize that sign language interpretation isn't just a service—it's a right. As a reasonable accommodation, it ensures equal access for the Deaf community in education, work, and daily life. Inclusion starts with communication.

📸: Rust Media

18/09/2024

On please join us in celebrating with Tracy Phiri on her graduation. Tracy is one of our beneficiaries who became a part of the team when she was studying towards her degree in Social Work. Congratulations Tracy 🎊

15/09/2024

Another book donation to Murehwa. Thank you for the support in helping us improve in rural areas.

12/09/2024

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Signs of Hope Trust (SOH) successfully convened the Economic Inclusion Forum to discuss the state of Economic Inclusion ahead of the 2025-2026 Economic Census. SOH programming seeks to improve the economic situation of persons with disabilities, and we are particularly interested in the outcome. We are to all stakeholders who managed to attend.

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11/09/2024

Appreciating Shane Lawrence on . A volunteer who joined our team last year. Shane is a holder of a Bachelor in Science Honors Degree in Social Work and former Miss Albinism Zimbabwe. She is a true definition of tenacity and drive and is mostly interested in promoting economic empowerment for persons with disabilities. This year she taught us to set goals and is making sure we achieve them.

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Harare

Opening Hours

Monday	09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	09:00 - 17:00
Thursday	09:00 - 17:00
Friday	09:00 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 13:00

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00263775186431

Website

http://signsofhope.org.zw/

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