Delhi Metropolitan Education Law School, Noida, organized The International Conference on Championing Inclusivity: Interdisciplinary Perspectives on Disability Rights and Social Justice in collaboration with the Centre for Advanced Study in International Humanitarian Law, RGNUL Patiala, University of Jammu, and Rotaract Club, Noida. The conference was held on May 26 in hybrid mode and witnessed an overwhelming response from participants, with over 150 papers received and about 250 participants attending.
The purpose of the conference was to discuss and advocate for disability rights and social justice for people. The event commenced with a compelling address by Hon’ble Mr. Justice Bhanwar Singh, Director General, Delhi Metropolitan Education on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016, emphasizing the conference’s dedication to fostering an inclusive society.
The Chief Guests of the event were Prof. (Dr.) Anil Sahasrabudhe, Chairman of the National Educational Technology Forum, Chairman of the Executive Committee of NAAC, NBA, and Former Chairman of AICTE, and Mr. Nipun Malhotra, CEO of Nipman Foundation. Prof. (Dr.) Anil Sahasrabudhe stated that all educational institutions should conduct Anubhav Sivir for a week annually to raise awareness about disability rights among stakeholders. His thought-provoking address emphasized the need to sensitize society towards inclusivity.
Mr. Nipun Malhotra contributed valuable insights on disability, drawing attention to the significance of Article 15, which prohibits discrimination based on various factors. Rtn. Ashutosh Singhal, President of the Rotaract Club, Noida, Dr. Shashi Sharma, CEO Founder, Vice President of Timetogrow Media, Prof. (Dr.) Rashmi Khorana Nagpal, Associate Dean at NMIMS University, Chandigarh, and Mr. Vipin Sahni, Chairman of DME, further enriched the conference with their perspectives on societal perceptions of disabled individuals and the moral imperative to embrace inclusivity from various theoretical standpoints.
The conference featured multiple technical sessions that facilitated robust discussions and the exchange of ideas. The offline technical sessions had Ms. Shaheen Malik, Mr. Ali Zia Kabir Choudhary, Prof. (Dr.) V.P. Tiwari, and Dr. K.K. Dwivedi as chairs and focused on “Empowering Inclusivity: Bridging Disability Rights Across Borders and Disciplines” and “Breaking Boundaries: Inclusive Education and Disability Rights in the Context of Law, Violence, and Reproductive Autonomy under UN and International Frameworks.” These sessions highlighted the importance of global cooperation and interdisciplinary approaches to disability rights. Critical feedback emphasized the need for comprehensive research and awareness of government initiatives, underscoring the importance of legal advocacy and policy reform.
The conference also hosted 14 online technical sessions covering various aspects of disability rights, including inclusive education, national legal frameworks, the media’s impact on disability perceptions, and reproductive autonomy. These sessions focused on intersectionality in disability rights and social justice, addressing issues such as women with disabilities, social security benefits, violence, economic justice, and disability models. It examined judicial responses to disability, including activism, legislative reforms, learning disability assessments, workplace inclusivity, and implementation gaps. These sessions aimed to foster interdisciplinary dialogue, promote inclusive policies, and advance disability rights and social justice, striving for a more equitable society.
The valedictory ceremony was graced by the presence of Hon’ble Mr. Justice Bhanwar Singh, Director General of DME Law School, and Prof. (Dr.) Rajinder Kaur Randhawa, Head of Department at DME Law School.They commended the efforts of both the participants and the organizing committee, offering their blessings to everyone involved.
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