CIL Kathmandu (Independent Living of Persons with Disabilities)

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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

Center for Independent Living of 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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Awareness Program on disability for the College Students

CIL Kathmandu conducted an orientation program on awareness program on concepts, issues and rights of Persons with Disabilities for the college students of Orchid International College

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people using wheelchair are lined in a row in the yard for the photo

PEER COUNSELING SESSION FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES

On the 24 th April,2022, CIL-Kathmandu held its third session of
peer counseling of this year. We have been conducting this
program since past few years with the motive to encourage,
guide and comfort people with disabilities.

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CIL Kathmandu President Mr. Tek Bahadur Gurung using the lift to get inside the VAN. Also in the picture is staff operating the lift.

Wheelchair Accessible Travel VAN

First time in Nepal, CIL-Kathmandu presents fully wheelchair accessible travel van. This van has a hydraulic system to lift the wheelchair and has ample space inside the VAN for as much as 4 wheelchairs. The VAN is safe and convenient mode of travel for those with limited mobility. NOW AVAILABLE FOR HIRE.

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