UK Members of Parliament Visit in BYAN
On December 3, 2024, the Blind Youth Association Nepal (BYAN) hosted a significant meeting at its central office, attended by UK Members of Parliament, representatives from CBM Global Disability Inclusion Nepal, the Coalition for Global Prosperity, and BYAN's staff, board members, and beneficiaries. The meeting highlighted BYAN's impactful work in disability inclusion and empowerment under the "Action for Change" project. The session featured inspiring stories from BYAN's peer educators and champions, emphasizing resilience and unique disability perspectives, as well as an exhibition of IEC materials that garnered appreciation for their inclusivity. The MPs commended BYAN’s accessible practices, including simultaneous translation and sign language interpretation, praising the organization’s commitment to meaningful inclusion and fostering collaboration for disability-inclusive development.
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BYAN's representative, UK MP's, CBM Nepal representative group photos