Prayatna Nepal, a self-help organization led by and for visually impaired women and girls, conducted five one-day workshops in Kathmandu on July 23, August 9 & 23 (2024), April 24, and June 16 (2025). These sessions aimed to promote disability inclusion among stakeholders from national and international organizations.
The workshops were inaugurated by Chairperson Ms. Sarita Lamichhane, who introduced Prayatna Nepal and outlined the objectives. Key topics included:
- Definitions and models of disability (Welfare to Human Rights-based)
- Inclusive language and etiquette
- Community-Based Inclusive Development (CBID)
- Legal frameworks and reasonable accommodation
Ms. Jalasa Sapkota facilitated sessions on identifying barriers using the ACAP Framework (Attitude, Communication, Access, Participation) and introduced the Washington Group Questions to support inclusive data collection.
A total of 129 participants engaged in interactive discussions, shared feedback, and committed to applying inclusive practices in their respective organizations. The workshops highlighted the need for broader outreach, especially among government stakeholders.
Prayatna Nepal continues to advocate for meaningful participation and empowerment of visually impaired women through inclusive education, policy, and practice.
