Who is leading this?
Institutional Legitimacy & Lived Experience
A partnership between experts in disability rights and self-advocates with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
1. About Manovikas Charitable Society
Leading the way since 1997.
Manovikas Charitable Society is a recognized leader in disability inclusion and rehabilitation in India.
Our Expertise
- We specialise in Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD).
- We focus on Inclusive Education and Higher Education.
- We work on Rights-based Rehabilitation.
Why trust us?
We do not just talk about inclusion; we practice it.
We work directly with the Government, Universities, and National Policy makers to ensure rights are real.
2. About Manbhavan Self-Advocacy Group
"Nothing About Us, Without Us."
Manbhavan is a group of leaders. We are people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
Our Role
This website is not just for us. It is checked by us.
- We validate Easy Read documents.
- We tell experts if the pictures are clear.
- We make sure the information is respectful.
Why this matters: Professionals write the text, but Self-Advocates give the "Quality Seal." If we cannot understand it, it is not Easy Read.
3. Why This Platform Exists
We built this platform to bridge the gap between Policy and People.
We bring together:
- Institutional Strength: Manovikas provides the research.
- Lived Experience: Manbhavan provides the voice.
- Legal Mandate: We align with the Law.
National Alignment
This platform supports:
- RPwD Act 2016 (Section 42: Access to Information).
- National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
- Digital India (Digital Accessibility).
- UNCRPD (United Nations Convention).
Partner With Us
We invite Universities, NGOs, and Government Departments to collaborate.
Let us make your information accessible together.
Contact Manovikas