Call for enhancement of disability inclusion

ISLAMABAD:

As part of its public diplomacy initiative, Raabta, Serena Hotels has organised a significant panel discussion titled "Building an Inclusive Society: Advancing Disability Rights and Inclusion."

The event, curated by Sidra Iqbal, has brought together leading experts and advocates in the field of disability rights to explore strategies and best practices for creating a more inclusive society.

The discussion aimed to raise awareness about the challenges faced by people with disabilities, share successful initiatives, promote collaboration among various stakeholders, and inspire concrete actions towards advancing disability inclusion.

The panel featured a diverse group of speakers, including Sabeen Bilal, a special education expert, who has provided valuable insights into educational strategies that support the inclusion of children with disabilities in mainstream education.

Founder of ConnectHear, Azima Dhanjee, has highlighted the importance of technology in advancing accessible communication for the deaf community.

Fahmina Puri, who is an inclusion expert and disability advocate, shared her extensive experience in mainstreaming disability across development projects.