Jai Vakeel Foundation

14/10/2025

“The missing piece isn’t ability — it’s support.”

Grateful to Outlookindia for spotlighting the urgent gaps in India’s ecosystem for Persons with Intellectual Disability — and for amplifying the voices of organisations that are working in the space.

Together, we can create a stronger, more inclusive world.

🔗 Read the full article: https://www.outlookindia.com/mental-health/the-missing-piece?t=h9E5bN-TsPSUrC6cPzxc4Q&s=08

Inclusion of people with Down syndrome must move beyond awareness to action. Learn how NGOs, employers, and families are breaking barriers, creating jobs, and building dignity, empathy, and equality for neurodivergent adults in India.

03/10/2025

Meet the Jury of our Inclusion ke Sitaare Awards 2025!

- Hon’ble Dr Justice D.Y. Chandrachud – Former Chief Justice of India, champion of disability rights & accessibility
- Shilpi Kapoor – Accessibility pioneer & entrepreneur, Founder of BarrierBreak
- Kanchan Pamnani – Solicitor & disability-rights lawyer, advocating equal access
- Arman Ali – Executive Director, NCPEDP & leading disability-rights activist
- R.S. Prasanna – Acclaimed filmmaker, director of Sitaare Zameen Par

They bring legal depth, accessibility expertise, lived experience, and creative storytelling to the Jury.

Learn more: https://www.jaivakeel.org/inclusion-ke-sitaare

25/09/2025

Only 10 days left! ⏳
Nominate individuals, companies, and organisations who are embracing and including persons with Intellectual Disability and the wider neurodivergent community.

📌 Nominate now: Link in bio.

The Inclusion ke Sitaare Awards — an initiative of Jai Vakeel Foundation, supported by Arth by Emcure.

Categories:
Inclusive Education - Teachers, schools, or educational institutions, creating inclusive learning environments for neurodivergent students

Inclusive Employment - Businesses or individuals promoting workplace inclusion by hiring and supporting neurodivergent people

Public Service Ally - Government departments, civic bodies, or public servants making services, infrastructure, or systems accessible & inclusive

Media & Communication Trailblazers - Filmmakers, content creators, journalists, or ad agencies who portray neurodivergent lives with respect & authenticity

Individuals who Act to Include - Individuals going above & beyond in their personal capacity to support, mentor, or advocate for neurodivergent people

19/07/2025

As we mark 80 years of serving children and adults with Intellectual Disability, this partnership with NIEPID is more than a milestone — it’s a reaffirmation of our shared commitment to creating real access to education for every child with ID.

What began as a passionate project at Jai Vakeel Foundation grew into Disha Abhiyan — a structured education program now reaching over 450 special schools across Maharashtra.

Now, with NIEPID’s national platform, we take a significant step forward. Together, we will work to ensure that the NIEPID Disha Curriculum — tailored to each child’s unique strengths, needs, and potential — moves from aspiration to reality across India.

18/07/2025

Jai Vakeel Foundation and National Institute for Empowerment of Persons with Intellectual Disabilities (Divyangjan) (NIEPID) have officially signed a landmark MOU to scale quality education for children with Intellectual Disability across India.

17/07/2025

Watch this space for some exciting news…

12/07/2025

Some of the most powerful learning doesn’t happen on blackboards. It happens between friends — naturally, playfully and without adult instructions.

Mihaan and Vir, both neurodivergent, had very different strengths.
But they connected. And in doing so, they taught each other more than anyone could’ve planned.

In Episode 1 of , Gopika Kapoor shares this moment — a reminder that inclusion begins not with big systems, but with small, everyday friendships.

🎙️ Ep 1: Finding Your Tribe – Gopika Kapoor
📺 Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fZV0khfPLM

In the premiere episode of A Seat at the Table, Gopika Kapoor (author, neurodiversity consultant) and Mugdha Karla share real stories, real tools, and the im...

08/07/2025

Our children noticed.
They saw their sisters building friendships — and quietly longed for the same. A tribe of their own.

In the very first episode of , Gopika Kapoor shares one of those moments that stays with you.

It’s honest, emotional — and a reminder that inclusion isn’t just about classrooms. It’s about connection.

🎙 Ep 1: Finding Your Tribe – Gopika Kapoor
Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7fZV0khfPLM

In the premiere episode of A Seat at the Table, Gopika Kapoor (author, neurodiversity consultant) and Mugdha Karla share real stories, real tools, and the im...

07/07/2025

“It’s the small moments. The student who points to a picture to communicate. The one who comfortably sits through a class. The parent who says ‘thank you’.”

These everyday victories, says Sandhya Ukkalkar, are everything.

We’re proud to share that Sandhya — Principal of our Jai Vakeel Autism Centre — has been recognised as one of ScooNews’ Teacher Warriors 2025.

From a mother looking out for her son, to becoming a leading voice at our Autism Centre — Sandhya’s journey is one of deep commitment, quiet strength, and transformative impact.

This recognition is a moment of pride for all of us at Jai Vakeel Foundation, and a tribute to the power of an individual to make a difference.

📖 Read her story here: http://bit.ly/44fcICu

16/06/2025

Not just another feel-good trailer—this one hits home.

We’ve always believed that inclusion starts with awareness—and Sitaare Zameen Par is already doing what most films don’t: sparking honest, necessary conversations.

From casting neurodivergent actors to calling out everyday exclusion, the trailer alone gives us 5 powerful reasons to pay attention.

We’ll hold our full review until after the big release—but for now, this trailer is already leading the way to all the right conversations.

🎬 Sitaare Zameen Par—in theatres June 20. Don’t miss it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YH6k5weqwy8

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