When stories of persons with disabilities are told with dignity and authenticity, they challenge harmful stereotypes and open pathways toward inclusion and social change. Media plays a powerful role in shaping public narratives, influencing policy debates, and driving accountability. Recognizing this, disability rights organisations continue to emphasize the importance of ethical, rights-based storytelling. In this […]

On 15 August 2025, a consultation was held with Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) through open discussion and collective reflection to strengthen Nepal’s disability rights movement, with a specific focus on deinstitutionalization of children with disabilities. The discussion explored how existing laws and policies can be implemented more effectively at the community level to

Nepal is home to more than 9.8 million children, yet over 355,000 children live apart from their biological parents, with a significant number placed in institutional care. According to the Status Report 2080, 398 registered children’s homes are operating across 45 districts, currently housing approximately 11,000 children, despite the fact that more than 80 percent

Under the “Hello Parliament” program, the Community Information Network (CIN), in association with UNDP Nepal, convened a powerful and interactive open discussion focused on the proposed amendments to the Disability Rights Act 2074. The dialogue brought together Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) from across Nepal, including advocates working on intellectual disabilities, autism, psychosocial disabilities,

A Parents of Persons with Disabilities Activist Training on Deinstitutionalization was conducted to strengthen parents’ roles as advocates for their children’s rights. The training was facilitated by Mr. Sudharson Subedi and Mr. Ram Chandra Paudel, who guided parents’ groups to recognize their collective power and voice in challenging institutionalization. Through storytelling, open dialogue, and interactive