DEPwD launches fellowship to boost disability inclusion

New Delhi, Aug 21: The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) has signed an MoU with Nipman Foundation and Young Leaders for Active Citizenship (YLAC) to launch the Breaking Barriers Fellowship.

The programme will place young professionals in DEPwD offices to support policy work and strengthen implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.

The fellowship aims to enhance institutional capacity, provide mentorship and government experience to fellows, and bring fresh perspectives to disability inclusion in policymaking. Initially for one year, the partnership may be extended by mutual agreement.