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CII Core Group on Disability Policy: CII formed a group to create a disability-inclusive policy for the private sector.

IT Sector Awareness Campaign: Cyber Media India Ltd. led efforts to raise disability awareness in the IT industry.

NGO Research Findings: Our research revealed key insights about disability issues, sparking awareness across sectors.

Employment Seminars: Events to explore job opportunities for persons with disabilities and create actionable plans.

Accessible Procurement Policy: Collaboration with the Ministry of Finance led to revised procurement rules ensuring accessibility for all.

Design for the Disabled: NID launched a diploma program focusing on designing for people with disabilities.

Hotels Go Accessible: HAI introduced guidelines for member hotels to create disabled-friendly facilities.

Accessible Heritage: ASI committed to making all Indian historical monuments accessible to persons with disabilities.

Inclusive Government Websites: Advocacy with the Ministry of Electronics led to updated GIGW, including accessibility for mobile apps.

ICT Accessibility Standards: NCPEDP provided the foundation for the Draft Guidelines, now under review by the LITD 35 Committee.

Accessible Media Advocacy: Worked with the Ministry of Information to enforce accessibility standards for TV channels, OTT platforms, and features for the visually impaired.

UGC Initiatives for Inclusion: UGC introduced schemes to support special teacher training (B.Ed/M.Ed) and improve facilities for persons with disabilities in educational institutions.

Accessible Civil Services Exams: In 2001, UPSC held civil service exams in a fully accessible and disabled-friendly environment for the first time.

Inclusive Education Policy: NCPEDP’s advocacy ensured that the National Education Policy recognizes the needs of children and persons with disabilities.

Legal Sensitization: Partnered with the Human Rights Law Network to raise awareness on disability issues within the legal community.

Census Milestone: Disability included in India’s Population Census 2001, marking a historic step toward data-driven inclusion.

‘Call for Action’ Document: Advocacy workshop on the Disability Act outlined actionable steps for its implementation across sectors.

World Disability Day: December 3 became a national movement for solidarity and awareness on disability rights.

Inclusive Disaster Management: Collaborated with MSJE to develop National and State Disability-Inclusive Disaster Management Guidelines, ensuring no person with disabilities is left behind during crises.

National Webinar: Hosted discussions with officials, Disability Commissioners, and Civil Society Organizations on inclusive disaster management.

Celebrating Change Makers: Honored 16 achievers at the 24th NCPEDP-LTIMindtree Helen Keller Awards.