Authors :
Mohamed Ali Ibrahim; Calvince Barack Omondi
Volume/Issue :
Volume 8 - 2023, Issue 9 - September
Google Scholar :
https://bit.ly/3TmGbDi
Scribd :
https://tinyurl.com/69zhnt4n
DOI :
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.8391037
Abstract :
In the 21st century, disability issues have
gained significant attention in discussions surrounding
inclusive development, with global development
frameworks like the Sustainable Development Goals
(SDGs) and national policies reflecting this emphasis.
However, despite these policy advancements, evidence
suggests that development processes often fall short in
addressing the unique needs of people with disabilities
(PWDs). In Kenya, the introduction of the devolved
system of governance in 2013 aimed to bring
policymaking and decision-making closer to all citizens,
including PWDs. Despite numerous studies examining
public participation in county governance processes,
there is a research gap in understanding the extent of
PWDs' engagement in county-level planning and
budgeting processes. This study aims to fill this gap by
focusing on the participation of rural-based PWDs in
county planning and budgeting, with a specific focus on
their levels of awareness on policy, legislative and
structures that guide county budgeting and planning in
Kisumu County. The primary research objectives is to
assess the level of awareness among rural-based PWDs
regarding legal and policy frameworks related to
planning and budgeting. Employing a mixed-methods
research design and drawing upon the Social Model
Theory of Disability, the study involved 775 PWDs from
Muhoroni sub-county, with a sample size of 30% chosen
for surveys. Additionally, 11 key informants
representing various PWD organizations were
interviewed. Data collection methods included survey
questionnaires, focus group discussions (FGDs) with
PWDs and self-help group leaders, and key informant
interviews (KIIs). The findings underwent qualitative
thematic content analysis and quantitative descriptive
analysis using SPSS v.20. The study revealed low
awareness among PWDs regarding legal provisions,
ineffective inclusion strategies hindering their
participation, and mixed success in mobilization efforts.
In conclusion, PWDs' participation in county planning
and budgeting faced multifaceted challenges,
emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to
promote their inclusion.
Keywords :
People with Disabilities, Muhoroni Sub-County, Status of Awareness, Budgeting and Planning, Kisumu County.
In the 21st century, disability issues have
gained significant attention in discussions surrounding
inclusive development, with global development
frameworks like the Sustainable Development Goals
(SDGs) and national policies reflecting this emphasis.
However, despite these policy advancements, evidence
suggests that development processes often fall short in
addressing the unique needs of people with disabilities
(PWDs). In Kenya, the introduction of the devolved
system of governance in 2013 aimed to bring
policymaking and decision-making closer to all citizens,
including PWDs. Despite numerous studies examining
public participation in county governance processes,
there is a research gap in understanding the extent of
PWDs' engagement in county-level planning and
budgeting processes. This study aims to fill this gap by
focusing on the participation of rural-based PWDs in
county planning and budgeting, with a specific focus on
their levels of awareness on policy, legislative and
structures that guide county budgeting and planning in
Kisumu County. The primary research objectives is to
assess the level of awareness among rural-based PWDs
regarding legal and policy frameworks related to
planning and budgeting. Employing a mixed-methods
research design and drawing upon the Social Model
Theory of Disability, the study involved 775 PWDs from
Muhoroni sub-county, with a sample size of 30% chosen
for surveys. Additionally, 11 key informants
representing various PWD organizations were
interviewed. Data collection methods included survey
questionnaires, focus group discussions (FGDs) with
PWDs and self-help group leaders, and key informant
interviews (KIIs). The findings underwent qualitative
thematic content analysis and quantitative descriptive
analysis using SPSS v.20. The study revealed low
awareness among PWDs regarding legal provisions,
ineffective inclusion strategies hindering their
participation, and mixed success in mobilization efforts.
In conclusion, PWDs' participation in county planning
and budgeting faced multifaceted challenges,
emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to
promote their inclusion.
Keywords :
People with Disabilities, Muhoroni Sub-County, Status of Awareness, Budgeting and Planning, Kisumu County.
