Africa's Leading Centre of Excellence for
Accessibility, Disability Inclusion,
Gender Equality, Inclusive AI
and Universal Design.
We audit, certify, train, accredit, research and transform organizations towards measurable inclusion.
Global Impact & Reach
Impact & Initiatives
Discover our latest milestones, strategic partnerships, and capacity-building programs accelerating gender and disability inclusion across Africa.
Advancing the National Disability Inclusion Discourse
A significant milestone achieved at the Kenya Institute of Special Education (KISE). Organizations unanimously adopted a forward-looking 10-point agenda for 2027 to accelerate inclusion and equal opportunity, made possible through collaboration with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS).
Our Services
We provide end-to-end consulting, auditing, and certification services to transform global organizations across the entire inclusion spectrum.
Accessibility & Usability Audits
Comprehensive assessments of physical facilities, digital platforms, and services against national and international standards like WCAG 2.2.
Explore ServiceGender Audits
Independent evaluations and policy reviews to integrate women's empowerment and gender equality principles into institutional operations.
Explore ServiceDisability Inclusion Audits
Evaluating organizational readiness regarding reasonable accommodation, inclusive employment, and service delivery compliance.
Explore ServiceInclusive AI Audits
Pioneering AI bias audits, fairness testing, and ethical governance frameworks to ensure accessible digital transformation.
Explore ServiceProfessional Certifications
Globally recognized credentials including Certified Accessibility Auditor (CAA) and Certified Gender Auditor (CGA).
Explore ServiceOrganizational Accreditation
The prestigious GDDC Inclusion Seal. A multi-tiered recognition system (Bronze to Platinum) for measurable commitment to inclusion.
Explore ServiceTraining Academy
Professional development programmes equipping leaders and practitioners with practical inclusion skills, online courses, and micro-credentials.
Explore ServiceResearch & Publications
Generating evidence to inform inclusive policies through applied research, policy briefs, and the annual National Inclusion Index.
Explore ServiceTrusted by Leaders
Across the Globe
Showcasing our strategic alliances and client networks across the public, private, and academic sectors who rely on GDDC for inclusion excellence.
Join the Alliance
Become a PartnerMaster Inclusion with the
GDDC Academy
Equipping professionals and leaders with world-class skills through comprehensive online masterclasses and globally recognized professional certifications.
GDDC Academy
Our state-of-the-art Learning Management System features recorded lessons, live classes, and interactive forums covering the complete inclusion spectrum. These are just some of the courses we offer:
- Digital & Built Environment Accessibility
- Gender Equality & Mainstreaming
- Disability Inclusion & Policy
- Inclusive AI & AI Ethics
- Inclusive Leadership & HR Practices
Professional Certifications
Earn a digital credential and professional recognition through our dedicated certification portal. Our 15 competency-based Level II practitioner qualifications include:
- Certified Accessibility & Usability Auditor (CAUA)
- Certified Gender Auditor (CGA)
- Certified Disability Inclusion Auditor (CDIA)
- Certified Inclusive AI Practitioner (CIAIP)
- Certified Inclusive Workplace Practitioner (CIWP)
Research, News & Insights
Explore our latest policy briefs, institutional rankings, and updates from the forefront of global inclusion and accessibility.
Take the Next Step in Your
Inclusion Journey
Whether you are an individual professional seeking global certification, or an organization looking to track your compliance score and inclusion metrics, our ecosystem is ready for you.