Advocacy

The primary focus of Advocacy in Sarthak is to spread awareness & advocacy initiatives, to create opportunities for a life of equality and dignity for Persons with Disability and their families through holistic approach by providing Medical Rehabilitation, Inclusive Education, Skill Development Training & Sustainable Employment and Advocacy to those in need.

Advocacy for sarthak means to take action to create change. Advocacy has been described as "speaking truth to power". The perennial struggle of the rights of people with disability, including the right to have access to public resources, right to education, right to be employed, and other community support services necessary to support living an independent, unsegregated life is advocated through advocacy programs of Sarthak. It raises attention of the people and give a voice to those affected, forming a more aware and inclusive society. The efficacy of the program is ascertained by mobilization and awareness workshops to instil an environment of not just aiding, but also developing sensitivity, inclusivity and comprehensive understanding of disability at large.

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