From Invisibility to Inclusion: Policy Actions for Inclusive Sexuality Education for Persons with Disabilities Who Identify as Queer in Kenya.

Abstract

This paper addresses the intersecting exclusions faced by persons with disabilities who also identify as queer in Kenya, with a particular focus on access to comprehensive sexuality education (CSE). The study documents the policy landscape governing sexuality education in Kenya and identifies gaps that render LGBTQ+ persons with disabilities invisible within both disability policy and sexuality education frameworks. Drawing on qualitative evidence, the paper presents policy actions that can move Kenya toward genuinely inclusive sexuality education. The findings have implications for education policy reform, disability rights advocacy, and the broader movement for inclusive and rights-based sexuality education in Africa.