2015 – DSROI Platform

Anita Ghai Part 1-DSROI 2015

Dr. Anita Ghai was a leading Indian academic, disability rights activist, and feminist who has made significant contributions to the fields of disability studies and gender justice. Born with a locomotor disability, Ghai’s personal experiences have deeply influenced her scholarship and activism, making her one of the most influential voices in challenging ableism and advocating […]

Anita Ghai Part 2-DSROI 2015

In the second part of her talk, Anita Ghai delves deeper into the intersection of disability and gender, emphasizing the role of policy changes and grassroots activism in addressing systemic discrimination against disabled individuals. — Dr. Anita Ghai was a leading Indian academic, disability rights activist, and feminist who has made significant contributions to the […]

Deafway Final – DSROI-2015

The concluding session of the Deafway event at DSROI 2015, celebrating the achievements of the deaf community in India. The discussion highlights key outcomes, advocacy efforts, and future directions for strengthening deaf culture and accessibility. The Deaf Way Foundation has been working with deaf people for 14 years and discovered stories of abuse among deaf […]

Special Schools & Sexuality Sathyasree Goswami

This talk by Sathyasree Goswami explores the challenges of discussing sexuality in special education settings. It highlights the reluctance of parents and teachers to acknowledge the sexual rights of children with disabilities, the importance of integrating sexuality education into special school curricula, and the ethical considerations of working with parents and educators to address this […]

“Disability, Sexuality, and Cross-Movement Organizing in Kenya In conversation: Blessol”

In this discussion, Blessol, a queer social rights activist from Kenya, shares insights on the intersectionality between disability rights and LGBTQI+ advocacy. The conversation explores the socio-economic challenges faced by queer persons with disabilities, the formation of coalitions bridging these movements, and the role of intersectionality in advancing human rights. Blessol discusses the challenges of […]