Our Programs

We are actively involved in various initiatives and programs which are centered towards inclusivity, empowerment, rights and policies for Persons with Disabilities.

Engagements For Inclusive Practices And Sustainable Advocacy

The Engagements for Inclusive Practices and Sustainable Advocacy for Promotion of Rights of Persons with Disabilities project is a transformative initiative aimed at bridging gaps in the implementation of disability rights across India.

NCPEDP- Mphasis Assistive Technology Hub Project

As part of NCPEDP’s consistent efforts to promote and advocate for rights of people with disabilities in India, the introduction of our AT Hub Project is a crucial step toward fostering inclusivity, independence, and empowerment.

NCPEDP-Javed Abidi Fellowship on Disability

This is a 15 months immersive leadership development programme for youth with disabilities and youth without disabilities having a keen interest in disability issues with a focus on policy and practice and looking to build a career in the field of human rights particularly disability rights, and diversity and inclusion.

NCPEDP- Bajaj Finserv Scholarship Program for Students with Disabilities

NCPEDP in partnership with Bajaj Finserv is launching a special scholarship project NCPEDP- Bajaj Finserv Scholarship Program for Students with Disabilities in the states of Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra.

Promoting Inclusive Development for Persons with Disabilities

This is a three-year program aimed at creating awareness around accessibility vis-a-vis the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016 and ensuring the implementation of the RPwD Act, 2016 in full body and spirit.

Our Impact: Paving the Path to Inclusion

KEY INITIATIVES

Parliamentary Forum on Disability: India’s first ever forum on disability for Members of Parliament.

Assistive trechnology Hub: India’s first ever hub on research and innovation in Assistive Technology for People with Disabilities.

Fellowship for Youth with Disabilities: India’s first ever fellowship for youth with disabilities.

Mera Vote Mera Bharat: An exclusive campaign on political participation and representation of people with disabilities.

Inclusive Bharat Viksit Bharat: First ever Public Service Announcement (PSA) Theaterical Film on Disability.

Missing Millions Campaign: An exclusive campaign dedicated to dissaggreagted data on disability.

ACCESSIBILITY

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

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 blind and deaf people.

EDUCATION

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.

ADVOCACY

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

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 Risk Reduction Guidelines, ensuring no person with disabilities is left behind during crises.

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

Our Story

National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP) is a cross-disability non-profit organisation working with a range of stakeholders; to advocate for the rights of persons with disability along with encouraging their employment; increasing public awareness; creating and disseminating knowledge, information, and opportunities; and working towards easy and convenient access to all public places, products, services, and technologies.

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with disabilities.Together, we can create a brighter future!