Mainstreaming disability for the full and effective participation of students and staff with disabilities across Kenyatta University
The Directorate of Disability Services is dedicated to mainstreaming disability in all operations of Kenyatta University, ensuring an inclusive, supportive and accessible environment for all students and staff living with disabilities. The directorate is headed by Dr. Lubna Munir Mazrui, Director of Disability Services.
Located at Nyayo Complex Drive, Next to Western Kitchen, the directorate is a visible and accessible office committed to removing barriers and championing the rights of persons with disabilities across all KU campuses.
To mainstream disability in all operations of the university — creating a campus culture where every person, regardless of ability, can fully participate, thrive and contribute.
To ensure the full and effective participation of students and staff with disabilities through the formulation and implementation of inclusive disability policies, services and reasonable adjustments across all university functions.
Development and enforcement of university-wide disability policies that align with Kenya's Persons with Disabilities Act and international best practices.
Facilitating academic, examination and workplace adjustments to ensure equitable access for students and staff with disabilities.
Advocating for accessible physical infrastructure, digital services and learning resources across all KU campuses.
Training and sensitising academic and administrative staff on disability inclusion, assistive technologies and supportive teaching practices.
Holistic support for students with disabilities including guidance, referrals, assistive devices and coordination with other university directorates.
Registration of students and staff with disabilities and documentation of support needs for proper institutional planning and service delivery.
Compliance with Kenya's Persons with Disabilities Act, 2003 in all university policies and practices.
Alignment with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) principles.
University-specific disability policy governing all academic, administrative and social functions.
Nyayo Complex Drive
Next to Western Kitchen
Kenyatta University Main Campus
P.O. Box 43844-00100, Nairobi
