Hiring: Legal Consultant

Hiring: Legal Consultant

Hiring: Legal Consultant Project: Inclusive Voices Organization: Special Talent Exchange Program (STEP) Location: Islamabad, Pakistan (with potential field visits) Legal Consultant for Inclusive Voices Project – STEP The Special Talent Exchange Program (STEP) is hiring a Legal Consultant for the Inclusive Voices Project to review and analyze national and international policies on gender, climate change, and inclusivity from the perspective of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs). The consultant will perform a comprehensive gap analysis and provide actionable recommendations to align these policies with global frameworks like the UNCRPD and SDGs. Key Responsibilities of the Legal Consultant Policy Review & Analysis: Evaluate…

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Peer-Support Group for Refugees with Disabilities

Peer-Support Group for Refugees with Disabilities

Establishing first ever Peer-Support group for Refugees with Disabilities by Special Talent Exchange Program. STEP marks a significant milestone in the journey towards inclusivity and empowerment for refugees with disabilities in Pakistan. In a collaborative effort, UNHCR Pakistan and the Special Talent Exchange Program (STEP) have successfully hosted a historic event, bringing together refugees with disabilities to establish the first-ever Peer-Support Group focusing on human rights and civil rights issues. A Historic Milestone The establishment of this Peer-Support Group is not just an event; it's a movement towards creating a more inclusive society where the voices of refugees with disabilities…

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Workshop on Electoral Process for Persons with Disabilities – 2010

Workshop on Electoral Process for Persons with Disabilities – 2010

Workshop on Electoral Process for Persons with Disabilities - 2010 In 2010, the Special Talent Exchange Program (STEP) organized a significant workshop focused on the electoral process for persons with disabilities in Pakistan. This one-day event, held in Islamabad, brought together Disabled Persons Organizations (DPOs) from across the country to discuss and enhance the participation of individuals with disabilities in the electoral process. Workshop Overview The workshop aimed to address the unique challenges faced by persons with disabilities in accessing and participating in electoral activities. By bringing together representatives from various DPOs, the workshop provided a platform for sharing experiences,…

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Regional Leadership Conference of Persons with Disabilities South Asia 2010

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Regional Leadership Conference of Persons with Disabilities South Asia 2010
Regional Leadership Conference of Persons with Disabilities South Asia 2010

Regional Leadership Conference of Persons with Disabilities South Asia 2010 The Government of Pakistan has officially endorsed the creation of the South Asian Disability Forum (SADF). This forum aims to connect various Disabled Persons Organizations (DPOs) and NGOs across South Asia to address disability issues from a regional perspective. The decision to establish SADF was made at the conclusion of the Regional Leadership Conference for Persons with Disabilities. This conference was jointly organized by the Ministry of Social Welfare and Special Education, British Council, STEP, Telenor Pakistan, and Sightsavers. Over 150 representatives with disabilities from both within the country and…

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Disability Equality Training (DET) for Ministry of Planning Commission 2010

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Disability Equality Training (DET) for Ministry of Planning Commission 2010

Disability Equality Training (DET) for Ministry of Planning Commission 2010 On February 9, 2010, the Special Talent Exchange Program (STEP) conducted a Disability Equality Training (DET) for the Ministry of Planning Commission in Islamabad, Pakistan. This training aimed to raise awareness, foster empathy, and equip participants with the necessary tools to promote disability inclusion within governmental planning and policy-making processes. Training Objectives The primary objectives of the Disability Equality Training were to: Raise Awareness: Increase understanding of disability issues and rights among Planning Commission staff. Foster Empathy: Encourage a more empathetic approach to the needs and challenges faced by persons with…

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