Membership is open to:
Journalists with disabilities working in any media outlet (print, broadcast, or digital).
Non-disabled journalists who are passionate about disability inclusion.
Media professionals, researchers, and advocates working on disability awareness and communication.
EJPDA aims to:
Raise awareness of disability issues in social, economic, and political contexts.
Empower journalists with disabilities to compete equally in the media industry.
Encourage inclusive media practices and ensure disability-related topics are covered accurately and responsibly.
Support capacity building, training, and awareness programs for journalists and media institutions.
Mission:
To promote the use of media as a tool for awareness, accessibility, and inclusion—ensuring that people with disabilities are represented and heard.
Vision:
To see people with disabilities become active participants and play a crucial role in the social, economic, and political life of Ethiopia through the power of media.
