The annual observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) was proclaimed in 1992 by the United Nations General Assembly resolution 47/3. The observance of the Day aims to promote an understanding of disability issues and mobilize support for the dignity, rights and well-being of persons with disabilities. To celebrate diversity, the students of St. Joseph’s Senior Secondary School, Chandigarh observed the day by pledging to celebrate diversity, to make the world more accessible to all, and value accessibility for all. The children participated in activities like poster making and video making to spread the message to find innovative and transformative solutions for inclusive development.

The children helped to reiterate the message through motivational videos that any form of disability cannot hinder the right of growth and development for any individual and how inclusiveness of all can contribute to the economic, social and political growth of the country.

The children showcased through videos how disability is more of the mind and not physical and ways by which we as individuals can help each individual tap their potential to the best. From wheelchair ramps to screen readers, and braille signage to accessible toilets, it is important to cater to people of all abilities to help them explore various avenues for augmentation.

The Director, Mr. Rupinder Grewal helped children envisage that full and complete realization of the human rights of all persons with disabilities is an inalienable, integral and indivisible part of all human rights and fundamental freedoms and how we should work continuously work for creating an inclusive world for all.