Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2011: A Step Towards Inclusivity
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Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2011: A Step Towards Inclusivity

Celebrating International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2011: A Step Towards InclusivitySymbolic Solidarity Walk in IslamabadTo mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2011, a symbolic solidarity walk was organized by the Special Talent Exchange Program (STEP) and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on December 3, 2011, near Iqra University, Islamabad.Key Addresses Highlighting InclusivityDr. Kozue Kay Nagata’s AddressDr. Kozue Kay Nagata, a representative of UNESCO, emphasized the immense potential of disabled persons as agents of social transformation. She praised Pakistan’s ratification of the CRPD as a significant milestone but stressed the need for further actions,…

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December 4, 2011
More than 400 Young People Prepared to take Social Actions after attending Active Citizen Workshops
Active Citizen for Disabled Persons Workshop 2010 Group Picture
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More than 400 Young People Prepared to take Social Actions after attending Active Citizen Workshops

Project Partner In partnership with British Council Pakistan, 14 workshops were conducted by STEP under Active Citizens Program. More than 400 young people from diversified backgrounds and educational institutions were engaged in these workshops and have initiated 28 social action projects. Active Citizens links civil society networks, community leaders and community networks in Pakistan, UK and 22 other countries across the world to deepen trust and understanding within and between communities. Participants become skilled in cross cultural communication and dialogue, and its effective role in community action. Linkages are developed with young people in UK and other countries in the…

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December 1, 2011