Children-led accessibility audits identifying barriers and renovation needs in schools

Child Support Tanzania (CST) is a local NGO, founded by educators and community leaders in the Mbeya region to advance inclusive education. With its Child-to-Child-Led Accessibility Audits & Inclusive Renovations programme, schools are becoming more accessible and children are becoming empowered to be agents of change. Since 2022, 22 public primary schools in Mbeya were assessed and renovated, benefiting 600+ children with disabilities and 850+ without, with a 23 per cent rise in attendance among children with disabilities by 2025.

Solution: Children-Led Accessibility Audits
Organization: Child Support Tanzania
Country of Implementation: Tanzania

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[Alt text: A colorful playground with slides, tunnels, and ramps stands ready for children’s play. The accessible design and sheltered space promote inclusion, ensuring that all children—regardless of ability—can safely learn, explore, and play together.]