Society was yet to address the plight of the disabled who continued to be subjected to all manner of suffering.
Stakeholders under the National Council Of the Churches of Kenya (NCCK) cited discrimination, stigma and gender based violence as some of the cruelty meted against the disabled.
During a sensitization workshop at Getembe Church of God in East Africa, Kenya the stakeholders further decried non empowerment through formal education and training for the physically challenged.
Gender based violence and discrimination among the disabled has been a thorn in the flesh in the coutry.
National Councilc churches of kenya has engaged several stakeholders in Kisii county government to senstize the victims on their rights and empowerment.
Michael odongo a disabled person urged parets to educate their disabled children instead of hiding them at home for fear of shame.
If educated they can realize their dream,he remarked.
He added disbled children had talents yet to be nurtured as witnessed in those who had excelled in sports instead of exploiting them.
He condemned the habit of allowing the disabled to beg for alms in the streets.
A youth Rachel Abuta called for a stop to violation of the rights of the disabled and instead recognize them for assistance.
Elizabeth Kwamboka claimed if trained the disabled can be absorbed into formal employment, act as ambassadors and contribute to national development.