On 8 August 2025, Blind Youth Association Nepal (BYAN) organized a Post-Global Disability Summit (GDS) sharing session, bringing together government representatives, CSOs, OPDs, INGOs, and other key stakeholders to reflect on the outcomes and commitments from the summit.

The event highlighted international frameworks and mechanisms, including the GDS, and provided a platform for BYAN to share its key learnings, experiences, and commitments made during the summit. Participants discussed strategies to translate global pledges into actionable initiatives in Nepal, focusing on advancing the rights and inclusion of persons with disabilities across sectors.

Various stakeholders reaffirmed their dedication to upholding the GDS pledges and emphasized the importance of collaboration between government bodies, civil society, and disability organizations to ensure sustainable progress toward a more inclusive society.

The Global Disability Summit 2025 in Berlin brought together global leaders, OPDs, and advocates to push forward disability-inclusive development. BYAN proudly represented Nepal, highlighting our youth-led initiatives in inclusive education, SRHR, and political participation. Our team actively participated in side events, consultations, and high-level dialogues, while our exhibition booth attracted over 1000 visitors with innovative, accessible materials.

From contributing to the Youth Call to Action, presenting in global forums, to advocating for the Amman-Berlin Declaration, BYAN reinforced the importance of grassroots voices in global policy discussions. The summit became a platform to share our work, build international networks, and reaffirm our commitment to inclusive development led by and for young persons with disabilities.

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