Empowering Africa Through Evidence, Policy & Human Rights
Comprehensive treaties, strategic publications, and international disability development toolkits designed to empower African DPOs and protect the rights of persons with disabilities across all 54 African countries.
Explore Resources Archive >Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights (African Disability Protocol)
The landmark legal instrument tailored to African realities, ensuring full rights protection, non-discrimination, and civic participation.
Our resources are tailored to meet real policy needs and inspire continental change.
Browse official foundational legal instruments, strategic plans, summit declarations, and partner toolkits published by the African Disability Forum.
Protocol to the African Charter on Human and Peoples' Rights on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
The landmark continental treaty (African Disability Protocol) addressing systemic discrimination, harmful cultural practices, and civil-political-social rights.
ADF Constitution and Governance Statutes
The official constitution and governance statutes establishing the mandates, democratic assemblies, membership rights, and operational principles of ADF.
The Cotonou Declaration
Validated by African DPO leaders in Cotonou (Benin), establishing unified action to link UN CRPD realization with 2030 Agenda national plans.
Manifesto on Inclusive Education in Africa
A continental call to action demanding national budget allocations, barrier-free school infrastructures, accessible learning media, and teacher capacity building.
United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD)
The paramount international human rights instrument protecting the dignity, autonomy, equality, and non-discrimination of persons with disabilities worldwide.
ADF Strategic Plan (2024–2028)
The overarching five-year strategic blueprint guiding continental advocacy, DPO federation capacity development, resource mobilization, and regional partnerships.
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Our resources strengthen DPO advocacy and institutional development across the continent.