Short Biography

Nassozi began her teaching career in Uganda where she taught at various secondary schools. She left Uganda for Lesotho (Southern Africa) where she taught at Maseribane High School for two years. She then moved to England and worked with Sense South-East (formerly The National Deafblind and Rubella Association) and Deafblind UK. In pursuit for further education to gain greater understanding in the field of deafness, she joined Gallaudet University, Washington D.C to undertake a Masters degree, which she completed in 2003. Nassozi has always had a keen interest in issues that affect Deaf, Deafblind, Hard of Hearing and People with Disabilities in developing countries. As a graduate student, she had an internship opportunity to travel to India where she undertook a qualitative research study on grassroots community development programmes by Indian Deaf women in New Delhi. Upon a successful graduation, she decided to returned to India and work as an independent volunteer with Delhi Foundation of Deaf Women. Nassozi dedicated four years working with Deaf youth in India, teaching English Language Literacy, Life Skills, Health & HIV/AIDS Education. A strong advocate of Deaf women's welfare, she networked with the All India Women's Conference and Delhi Police to provide the first ever Self Defense training course for Deaf women in response to thier vulnerability to sexual abuse and violence. Nassozi travelled extensively throughout India working with various Deaf organisations to raise awareness about HIV/AIDS/STDs and tackling issues of reproductive and sexual health. She worked with a team of Deaf and hearing people to set up Project Health - India (an initiative geared towards providing appropriate and effective health information to the Deaf), and developed an educational curriculum entitled "Health Education: A Deaf Person's Guide - India." She was associate producer of the documentary: "Deaf: Hear Me" a film produced and directed by Carol D. Clay, highlighting the challenges and achievements of Deaf people in India.

Passionate about creating enriching and enabling environments for People with Disabilities in developing countries, Nassozi advocates for thier human rights, campaigns against traditional prejudices and discrimination, fights for inclusion and equality in employment, healthcare and social services. She strongly believes that: It is imperative for societies to recognise People with Disabilities as potential contributors to national and international development. Thier inclusion in all aspects of life is extremely significant to human advancement and social justice. Disability Rights are Human Rights issues that require the commitment of individuals, families, communities and governments worldwide.

She recognises the immense wealth and potentials of Africa and her interests include: reading, music, traveling, biking, art, cultures, Signed Languages and poetry. Nassozi's most recent poem is entitled: Dreaming.