SPECIAL GRANT ADMINSTRATION AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: A STUDY OF NEBBI DISTRICT

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dc.contributor.authorABALO, JOSEPHINE
dc.date.accessioned2026-10-29T10:35:26Z
dc.date.available2026-10-29T10:35:26Z
dc.date.issued2026
dc.description.abstractThis study examined the administration and impact of the Special Grant for Persons with Disabilities (PWDs) in Nebbi District, focusing on how the program contributes to the empowerment of beneficiaries. The findings reveal that while the grant has provided meaningful short-term financial relief and improved confidence among some PWDs, its overall effectiveness in achieving sustainable empowerment remains limited. The study found that the design and communication of eligibility criteria are relatively clear, and institutional efforts toward capacity building and community engagement have yielded moderate success. However, challenges persist in the areas of enterprise development, consistent financial literacy training, and equitable access to resources. Many beneficiaries continue to face barriers related to limited business sustainability, weak income stability, and minimal employment creation. The study concludes that the special grant has the potential to empower PWDs economically and socially, but this potential is constrained by inadequate structural support and inconsistent program delivery. Sustainable empowerment can only be achieved when the grant is accompanied by continuous mentorship, effective financial education, and follow-up mechanisms that support business growth and self-reliance. It is therefore recommended that the government and implementing institutions strengthen transparency in grant administration, expand financial literacy programs tailored to the needs of PWDs, and establish enterprise incubation and mentorship initiatives to enhance business sustainability. Furthermore, the study suggests increased monitoring and evaluation, as well as further research on the longterm outcomes of the grant and gender-specific challenges faced by PWDs. Strengthening these areas will enhance the effectiveness of the special grant and contribute to inclusive and equitable development for all persons with disabilities.
dc.identifier.urihttp://hdl.handle.net/20.500.14270/1063
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisherGulu University
dc.titleSPECIAL GRANT ADMINSTRATION AND SOCIO-ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: A STUDY OF NEBBI DISTRICT
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