Campus Accessibility and Inclusion Campaign
The Campus Accessibility and Inclusion Campaign aims to promote the full inclusion of students with disabilities in higher education, recognizing their right to equal access after completing years of schooling and college. The campaign focuses on creating accessible campus environments by improving physical infrastructure and fostering inclusive attitudes among faculty, administrators, students, and families.
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Key activities include:
Conducting campus accessibility audits and recommending necessary modifications to infrastructure.
Collaborating with university authorities and faculty to foster inclusive attitudes and eliminate discrimination.
Raising awareness among students without disabilities, their families, and the broader community to promote positive behavioral change.
Informing students with disabilities nationwide about opportunities in higher education institutions.Assisting with admission processes, including distributing application forms and providing necessary support.
Providing ongoing support to admitted students with accommodations, financial assistance, and other essential services to ensure their academic success.
Key efforts include challenging stigma, strengthening administrative and legal frameworks, and transforming behaviors to ensure that students with disabilities can fully participate and thrive in higher education settings.
Enhancing Capacity & Mainstreaming Youth with Disabilities (ECMY)
The ECMY program is dedicated to empowering youth with disabilities by providing comprehensive skill-building training that fosters independence and leadership. Through tailored development sessions, participants enhance their communication, entrepreneurial, and digital skills, preparing them to become confident leaders and advocates for change.
By equipping youth with the tools to engage in policy advocacy and community leadership, ECMY promotes greater inclusion and paves
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the way for a more equitable society. This significantly increases the confidence and courage of persons with disabilities.
The major activities of the program are:
- To Develop Communication Skill
- To Build Leaders and Entrepreneurs
- To Help with Policies and Advocacy
- To Provide Computer Training
Scholarship for Aspiring Youth with Disabilities
The Scholarship Program seeks to identify and support students with disabilities who demonstrate academic excellence and ambition but require financial assistance to pursue their educational goals. Selection is based on academic merit, personal circumstances, and overall need, ensuring that deserving candidates receive comprehensive support.
Beyond financial aid, scholars benefit from career counseling, skill development workshops, and motivational initiatives designed to
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prepare them for success in both their professional and personal lives. This holistic approach empowers students not only to achieve their academic dreams but also to build a future filled with hope, confidence, and opportunity.
PDF Summer Challenge
The Summer Challenge is a 45-day social project competition designed to inspire young people to create meaningful and lasting change in their communities. Initiated by the PDF, it encourages participants to design and implement community-driven projects that promote inclusion and social good.
Beyond direct project outcomes, the initiative nurtures volunteerism and youth leadership, motivating young people to take active roles in community service, raise awareness on disability rights, and advocate for a more inclusive society.
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4 phases – 103 projects implemented – 7000 volunteers engaged – 5000 beneficiaries
Through the Summer Challenge, PDF continues to cultivate a generation of compassionate changemakers committed to building an inclusive Bangladesh. The impact of these projects extends far beyond numbers—each initiative reflects the creativity, leadership, and dedication of youth determined to make a difference. Together, their actions are shaping communities where equality and empathy thrive.
Promoting Political Participation of Youth with Disabilities
This IVLP Impact Award Project, funded by the U.S. Department of State through Meridian International Center, empowered youth with disabilities in Bangladesh to engage in politics and advocate for inclusion. Through workshops, discussions, and direct engagement with political leaders, the project built leadership skills, raised awareness on accessibility, and inspired commitments from major student political parties.
This groundbreaking initiative has sparked a movement for inclusive political participation and established a platform for ongoing advocacy, paving the way for a more equitable and participatory Bangladesh.
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Building on this success, PDF remains committed to empowering persons with disabilities to take active roles in leadership and decision-making. Together, we aim to sustain this momentum and ensure that inclusion becomes a permanent part of Bangladesh’s democratic journey. By uniting voices and actions, we can shape a future where everyone has the opportunity to lead and contribute equally.
Enhancing Capacity and Mainstreaming Youth with Disabilities (ECMY)
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Scholarship for Aspiring Youth with Disabilities
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