Independent Living Centre for Persons with Disabilities, Kathmandu (CIL-Kathmandu)

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The right to participate in every aspect of life.

The right to make our own decisions.

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A person carrying a play card saying _ the only special need that I want is to be accepted the way i am

Independent Living Center for Persons with Disabilities, Kathmandu (CIL-Kathmandu) is a non-profit, non-political, self-help organization run by and for persons with disabilities. It is the first disabled persons’ organization established to promote and protect the rights of people with disabilities through the concept of ‘Independent Living’ in Nepal.

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CIL- Kathmandu Seeks Advice from the National Society of Earthquake Technology to Provide Persons with Disabilities Guidance on Earthquake Preparedness.

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Officials from CIL-Kathmandu and Sajha yatayat poses infront of a bus after monitoring

Commuting in Nepal can be difficult; roads are uneven, public transport is crowded and weather conditions are unpredictable. Now consider this without the use of your legs, or your eyes or ears.

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