The Easy-to-Read Guidebook on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) developed by Blind Youth Association Nepal (BYAN) is designed to provide clear and accessible information for persons with disabilities. Using simple language and inclusive formats, the guidebook aims to support individuals in understanding their SRHR, making informed decisions, and accessing relevant health services. It also serves as a helpful resource for peer educators, caregivers, and service providers to promote inclusive, rights-based SRHR awareness and education within communities.
Persons with disabilities, who make up 16% of the global population, often face systemic barriers in accessing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) information and services due to stigma, stereotypes, and infrastructural challenges. This study in Nepal explores peer education and peer counselling as effective strategies to enhance SRHR awareness among persons with disabilities. Using a mixed-methods approach with structured questionnaires and in-depth interviews across Kathmandu, Surkhet, and Bara, the research highlights how peer-led programs improve knowledge, foster positive behavior change, and create inclusive learning environments. Tailoring training to specific disability groups, using culturally relevant examples, incorporating mental health support, and involving families and communities were found to strengthen outcomes. Key recommendations include developing specialized peer learning modules, integrating assistive technologies, training educators in emotional support, engaging community stakeholders, and establishing continuous monitoring to ensure effective and empowering SRHR education for persons with disabilities in Nepal.
अटिजम र बौद्धिक अपाङ्गता भएका बालबालिका तथा किशोरकिशोरीका लागि यो बृहत् यौनिकता शिक्षा सामग्री अत्यन्त उपयोगी स्रोत हो। यो शिक्षक स्रोत सामग्रीले विशेष आवश्यकता भएका विद्यार्थीहरूलाई शारीरिक परिवर्तन, व्यक्तिगत सीमाहरू, र सुरक्षित सम्बन्धहरूको बारेमा सिकाउन मद्दत गर्दछ। यसमा सरल भाषा र दृश्य सहायताहरू प्रयोग गरिएको छ जसले गर्दा शिक्षकहरूलाई यी महत्त्वपूर्ण विषयहरू संवेदनशील र उमेर अनुसार उचित तरिकाले सिकाउन सहयोग पुर्याउँछ। यो सामग्री नेपालको विशेष शिक्षा प्रणालीमा अटिजम र बौद्धिक अपाङ्गता भएका बालबालिकाहरूको समावेशी शिक्षालाई सुनिश्चित गर्न महत्त्वपूर्ण योगदान दिन्छ।
This document aims to capture the journey and achievements of the peer educators trained under the Action for Change project. It highlights their experiences in facilitating group sessions and one-on-one counseling on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) for individuals with disabilities.
This study examines how young people with disabilities in Nepal participate in civic activities and political processes. Through detailed research, we explore the challenges they face when trying to engage in community decision-making, voting, and other forms of civic involvement. The report highlights key barriers that prevent full participation and offers practical recommendations for creating more inclusive civic spaces. The findings aim to help policymakers, disability rights organizations, and community leaders better understand and address the needs of youth with disabilities in Nepal's democratic processes.
The Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS) for Comprehensive Sexuality Education is a helpful resource created by Blind Youth Association Nepal for people with autism. This tool uses simple pictures to help those who have trouble with verbal communication learn about their bodies, personal space, and staying safe. Our PECS package includes easy-to-understand materials that help individuals with autism communicate their needs and feelings about personal topics. These resources also give parents, teachers, and caregivers simple ways to talk about body safety and appropriate touch in a respectful way that's easy to understand.
ललितपुर घोषणापत्र अपाङ्गता भएका युवाहरूको आवाज र आकांक्षाको प्रतिबिम्ब हो। मंसिर १९ र २० गते, २०८० मा सम्पन्न राष्ट्रिय सम्मेलनमा देशभरका १०० भन्दा बढी अपाङ्गता भएका युवाहरूको सक्रिय सहभागिताबाट तयार पारिएको यो दस्तावेजले समावेशी शिक्षा, स्वास्थ्य सेवामा पहुँच, रोजगारी र आर्थिक सशक्तिकरण, राजनीतिक तथा सार्वजनिक जीवनमा सहभागिता, र जलवायु परिवर्तनको प्रभाव न्यूनीकरणमा अपाङ्गता भएका युवाहरूको सरोकारलाई समेटेको छ। यस घोषणापत्रले नीति निर्माणदेखि कार्यान्वयनसम्म अपाङ्गता भएका युवाहरूको अर्थपूर्ण सहभागिता र प्रतिनिधित्वको सुनिश्चितता गर्न सरकार र सरोकारवाला निकायहरूलाई आह्वान गरेको छ।