Southern Africa Federation of the Disabled

SAFOD is a leading disability-focused network engaged in coordination of activities of organizations of Persons with Disabilities in 16 countries of the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC) region. In each of these countries, our focus is mainly to strengthen the capacity of our national affiliates so that they are able to effectively advocate for the rights of the persons with disabilities in line with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD).

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Real leadership-serving the people that you lead with love: A heartfelt tribute to our Director General

“Of all the things that sustain a leader over time, love is the most lasting. The best-kept secret of successful leaders is love. Staying in love with leading,  with the people who do the work, with the mission of the organisation, and with those who honour the organisation by using its work.” – James Kouzes and Barry Posner.

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