DPRP program

Care and accountability to the community

As announced in the 2026–2030 annual plan and in our newsletters from last year, we started a new part of our programs at the beginning of 2026: the DPRP (Disability Prevention and Rehabilitation Program). With the DPRP program, we place the responsibility for supporting children with disabilities sustainably with local communities and the government. This program is based on the successful ‘Inspire2Care method’ of Karuna Nepal.

Information about the program

Within the DPRP program, there is intensive cooperation with a ward over a four-year period, where the implementation and ultimate responsibility for activities for children with disabilities lie with the (local) government:

Year 1 (preparation): Start-up and set-up of the program.
Year 2 and 3 (implementation): In this phase, program costs are divided equally (1/3, 1/3, 1/3) between the district, the ward/community, and Sibusiso.
Year 4 (transfer & technical support): In this final year, Sibusiso only provides technical support, and costs are fully borne by the government and the ward. After this, the program continues to operate independently without Sibusiso.

The government and the community together form a steering committee responsible for implementation. Our vision in the strategic plan is to roll out this DPRP program in phases to adjacent wards, eventually covering the entire district.

In addition to Sibusiso providing training to various disciplines of healthcare providers (therapists, educators, social and health workers), the Sibusiso Center will function as a center of expertise.

Public-private partnership

With this form of public-private partnership based on cost-sharing (cost-sharing) — where implementation and financing are ultimately fully taken over by the government — Sibusiso follows the example of the CBDIO foundation in the Karagwe District (Kagera Region, Tanzania). The DPRP program that CBDIO started in 2019 with the support of the Benjamin Foundation has achieved excellent results. Sibusiso is in close contact with CBDIO and gratefully makes use of their practical advice and support.

Also view our other programs

Custom-made assistive devices

In the center, carpenters and physiotherapists custom-make assistive devices such as wheelchairs and chairs, improving children’s therapy and mobility.

6-month program

Children and young adults with disabilities learn practical, social, and academic skills within 6 months for an independent future.

Mobile Clinic

4-Week Program

Four weeks full of development. Young children learn to eat, move and communicate. Mothers learn too. This is followed by home guidance via outreach.

Outreach program

The Outreach Team provides home therapy, advice, assistive devices, and breaks down taboos, ensuring children with disabilities receive more opportunities and acceptance.

Events

Sibusiso shares knowledge through theme days, sports, play and celebrations. Families, care providers and governments learn and celebrate together with the children.