Introduction to Disability Studies – Free E-course

Ram Chandra Gaihre , President, Blind Youth Association Nepal

It gives me great pleasure to share the launch of our E-course on Disability Studies, a milestone in building an inclusive and informed society. This reflects BYAN's commitment to disability rights, inclusion, and meaningful participation through knowledge and capacity-building.

Persons with disabilities continue to face barriers in education, healthcare, employment, and leadership. This E-course provides comprehensive insights into the social, legal, and human rights dimensions of disability, inspiring students, professionals, advocates, and community members to become agents of change. On behalf of BYAN, I sincerely thank our partners and contributors for making this course possible. Let us transform knowledge into action and build a future where "Nothing About Us, Without Us" is a lived reality.

Rajendra Maharjan , Country Coordinator, RHRN2 Nepal

On behalf of the RHRN2 Nepal Coalition, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to the Blind Youth Association Nepal (BYAN) for successfully developing and launching the E-course on Disability Studies.

I am confident this course will transform how we perceive disability by moving beyond the traditional medical perspective to embrace a rights-based approach that places dignity, equality, and inclusion at the heart of our understanding. This E-course highlights Nepal's legal frameworks and demonstrates that disability is not merely a matter of charity or welfare, but a fundamental issue of justice, rights, and equality. It introduces practical tools such as Universal Design, Reasonable Accommodation, and Ethical Research Practices, enabling learners across all sectors to implement inclusive practices.