Action on Disability Rights and Development is nonpolitical, Non-Governmental, non-profit making rights based development Organization of persons with disabilities, functional in Nepal since its establishment in 2008. The public advocacy and media mobilisation convened by this organisation has pushed for the CRPD ratification and transforming disabilities into development agendas. The objectives of ADRAD are the Promotion of accessible books for persons with visual and print disabilities in Nepal that is in line with the article 9 of UNCRPD. The application and promotion of accessible Information and Communication Technology is prime focus of ADRAD that provide an opportunity to persons with disabilities to enjoy the International and National legislation concerning Human Rights of Persons with Disabilities. By the use of latest technology, the rights holders utilise opportunity and participate in mainstreaming educational program and overall development process.

ADRAD functions to ensure positive changes in lives of Persons with Disabilities by enjoyment of rights, supporting inclusion in the mainstream society through awareness building, sensitization, capacity building, information dissemination, networking and accessible environment.

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Action On Disability Rights And Development Nepal (ADRAD) Commitments

Eliminate Stigma and Discrimination
2018
Inclusive Education
2018
Routes to Economic Empowerment
2018
Harnessing Technology and Innovation
2018
Women and Girls with Disabilities
2018
Conflict and Humanitarian Contexts
2018
Other
2018