Working Group on Disabilities and 2030 Agenda

23/09/2026

🤟 International Day of Sign Languages 2026 🤟

Today, Disabilities2030 joins the global community in celebrating the richness, diversity and importance of sign languages.

This year’s theme, “Declaring Deaf People’s Human Rights,” reminds us that access to sign language is closely connected to communication, education, participation, equality and human rights.

💙 Let us promote the recognition of sign languages.
🤟 Let us support Deaf people’s rights and leadership.
🌍 Let us work together for a more inclusive and accessible world where everyone can communicate, participate and belong.

Sign languages are languages. Deaf rights are human rights.

04/09/2026

[EP1.BHUTAN.Deaf Youth Podcast]:
Power of Sign: Introductory Session on SRHR for All

In this introductory episode, our Deaf youth hosts open an important conversation on Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) in Bhutan. They highlight how SRHR information is often shared verbally, through schools, clinics, and media, leaving many Deaf and hard-of-hearing youth without access to clear and inclusive information. This episode sets the foundation for the series, emphasizing the urgent need for accessible SRHR education in Bhutanese Sign Language (BhSL).
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This podcast is organized by the Working Group on Disabilities and the 2030 Agenda, in collaboration with YPEER Bhutan, YPEER Asia Pacific Center -Ypeer AP, CYRC, DPOP, and partners whose names and details are mentioned on YouTube.

Together, let's continue raising awareness, promoting inclusion, and empowering Deaf youth to lead conversations on issues that matter to them.

04/09/2026

[EP3.BHUTAN.Deaf Youth Podcast]: Understanding Consent & Healthy Relationships

In this engaging episode, our host speaks with a young Deaf guest who shares insights on the meaning of consent, the importance of clear communication, and what a healthy relationship truly looks like. The conversation helps Deaf youth understand consent as a right, a boundary, and a key part of respectful relationships.
This episode includes:
• A simple explanation of consent and why it must always be freely given
• Key principles: “Yes means yes,” “No means no,” and “Silence is not consent”
• Understanding healthy relationships rooted in trust, respect, and communication
• Signs of unhealthy relationships and when to walk away
• Reflections to help Deaf youth protect their boundaries and build positive connections

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This podcast is organized by the Working Group on Disabilities and the 2030 Agenda, in collaboration with YPEER Bhutan, YPEER Asia Pacific Center -Ypeer AP , CYRC, DPOB, and partners whose names and details are mentioned on YouTube.
Together, let's continue raising awareness, promoting inclusion, and empowering Deaf youth to lead conversations on issues that matter to them.



Disabled People's Organization of Bhutan-DPO
YPEER Asia Pacific Center -Ypeer AP
CYRC
UNFPA Asia and the Pacific
Sherig Bhutan

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31/08/2026

[Episode 1 - Bangladesh] Unspoken Words, Unheard Stories: Amplifying Deaf Voices, Rights, and Realities in Bangladesh 🇧🇩🇧🇩 .

📌 Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qh03svURnGA&list=PLFug8pPltLvc

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This video presents an introduction to the series Deaf Youth Dialogue for the First Time in Bangladesh: A Deaf Podcast by Deaf Youth, for Deaf Youth, a unique and inclusive initiative focused on amplifying Deaf youths’ lived experiences related to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), personal safety, education, career, accessibility, and inclusion in Bangladesh.
The podcast aims to raise awareness, foster meaningful dialogue, and disseminate vital information while ensuring full accessibility for Deaf youths through sign language–based content with subtitles and voiceover.
It is part of the regional campaign initiatives taking place in Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Laos, and other countries across the Asia-Pacific region.

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26/08/2026

[EP2.BHUTAN.Deaf Youth Podcast]:
Power of Sign: Power of Sign: Accessibility to SRHR Services

This episode explores the reality of accessing SRHR services in Bhutan, from hospitals with no interpreters to the absence of BhSL-based educational materials. The discussion highlights the urgent need for Deaf-inclusive healthcare systems.
This episode includes:
• First-hand experiences of Deaf youth facing communication barriers in hospitals
• The lack of BhSL-friendly materials and reliable online resources
• The need for text hotlines, video-relay services, and trained interpreters
• Recommendations to develop Deaf-centred SRHR materials and tools
• A call to make accessibility a right, not a privilege

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s6f797HBr-o
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This podcast is organized by the Working Group on Disabilities and the 2030 Agenda, in collaboration with YPEER Bhutan, YPEER Asia Pacific Center -Ypeer AP, CYRC, DPOB, and partners whose names and details are mentioned on YouTube.
Together, let's continue raising awareness, promoting inclusion, and empowering Deaf youth to lead conversations on issues that matter to them.

Disabled People's Organization of Bhutan-DPO

26/08/2026

We are thrilled to announce the release of fourth episode of our Second Sign Deaf Youth Podcast in Nepal, "Deaf Youth Dialogue 2.0: A Deaf Podcast by Deaf Youth, for Deaf Youth with our NTOT graduates, Surya Bahadur Gurung and Pawan Patel respectively."
This episode focuses on my experience in the national TOT of YPEER NEPAL for deaf youths and is now available on our official YouTube channel. We invite you to watch, engage, and help us amplify the voices of Deaf youth by sharing it with your networks.
📌 Watch now: https://youtu.be/AdqAmwAgOHI?si=EMKk_ImZD-K0PP-H
(check our bio) for the link
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This podcast is organized by Working Group on Disabilities and 2030 Agenda, in collaboration with YPEER-Nepal, YPEER Asia Pacific Center -Ypeer AP and partners.
National Team Members (Nepal):
Prajwal Subedi
Nishant Kumar
Safalta Maharjan
Lasta Maharjan

International Team Members (Outside Nepal):
Awnu Shrestha (Anju)
Fura Sherpa
Sangeet Kayastha

Camera, Edits and Interpreter
Jayan Madhikarmi
Prakash Maharjan

Voice - Over
Nishant Kumar
Sujaya Shrestha
National Federation of the Deaf Nepal - NDFN World YWCA 公益財団法人アジア人口・開発協会; APDA UNFPA Asia and the Pacific

24/08/2026

EP3 Nepal -"Deaf Youth Dialogue on Why asking permission is important in everything(consent)-Deaf Podcast2.0"

This podcast presents an overview of the series Deaf Youth Dialogue Nepal 2.0: A Deaf Podcast by Deaf Youth, for Deaf Youth, a unique and inclusive initiative focused on amplifying Deaf youth’s lived experiences related to Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR), education, accessibility, and inclusion.

The podcast aims to raise awareness, foster meaningful dialogue, and disseminate vital information while ensuring accessibility for Deaf youth through sign language–based content.

Watch now: https://youtu.be/8HmCb1XVijY?si=FhOFqqyNzuVcU56L(



YPEER Asia Pacific Center -Ypeer AP YPEER-Nepal

We are thrilled to announce the release of our third episode of our Second Sign Deaf Youth Podcast in Nepal, "Deaf Youth Dialogue 2.0: A Deaf Podcast by Deaf Youth, for Deaf Youth with our NTOT graduate and Board Member of YPEER NEPAL, Lasta Maharjan and Prajwal Subedi respectively."

This episode focuses on why asking permission is important in everything (link to consent) and is now available on our official YouTube channel. We invite you to watch, engage, and help us amplify the voices of Deaf youth by sharing it with your networks.

📌 Watch now: https://youtu.be/8HmCb1XVijY?si=FhOFqqyNzuVcU56L(check our bio) for the link

We encourage you to like, share, and comment on the video. Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and hit the bell icon to stay updated on upcoming episodes!

This podcast is organized by Working Group on Disabilities and 2030 Agenda , in collaboration with Y-PEER Nepal, YPEER Asia Pacific Center -Ypeer AP and partners.

National Team Members (Nepal):
Prajwal Subedi
Nishant Kumar
Sawfalta Maharjan
Lasta Maharjan

International Team Members (Outside Nepal):
AwNu Shrestha (Anju)
Serpa Fùra
Sangeet Kayastha

Camera, Edits and Interpreter
Jen Madhi
Prakhyat Prakash Maharjan

Voice - Over
Paru Thapa
Nishant Kumar

National Federation of the Deaf Nepal - NDFN World YWCA 公益財団法人アジア人口・開発協会; APDA UNFPA Asia and the Pacific

21/08/2026

[EP2 LAO PDR: 1st Deaf Youth Podcast on SRHR-HIV]

Title: "What I wish people knew about being Deaf"

📌 Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nG3oww2fP6k

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This podcast is organized by the YPEER Asia Pacific Center -Ypeer AP , Working Group on Disabilities and 2030 Agenda YPEER Laos ໄວໜຸ່ມ ມີສ່ວນຮ່ວມ ແລະ ມີໂອກາດໃນການພັດທະນາ , and partners whose names and details are mentioned on YouTube.
Together, let's continue raising awareness, promoting inclusion, and empowering Deaf youth to lead conversations on issues that matter to them.

[EP2.LAO PDR.1st Deaf Youth Podcast on SRHR-HIV] Title : What I wi...

17/08/2026

[EP1 LAO PDR: 1st Deaf Youth Podcast on SRHR-HIV]
Title: MY STORY OF GROWTH

📌 Watch now: https://youtu.be/Dv-Vta5YwaI?si=lxvqT42YpHWMQNeY

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This podcast is organized by the Working Group on Disabilities and the 2030 Agenda, in collaboration with YPEER Laos ໄວໜຸ່ມ ມີສ່ວນຮ່ວມ ແລະ ມີໂອກາດໃນການພັດທະນາ , YPEER Asia Pacific Center -Ypeer AP and partners whose names and details are mentioned on YouTube.

Together, let's continue raising awareness, promoting inclusion, and empowering Deaf youth to lead conversations on issues that matter to them.

13/08/2026

📢 CALL FOR GRANT APPLICATIONS

Y-PEER Asia Pacific invites National Networks to apply for grants under two disability-inclusive initiatives:
🟠 Training of Trainers (ToT) for Deaf and hard-of-hearing young people
🔵 Development of a five-episode National Deaf Video Podcast Series

These grants aim to strengthen inclusive peer education, amplify the voices of Deaf young people, and promote their leadership and meaningful participation.

📅 Application deadline: 20 August 2026

Learn more and apply:
👉 National ToT Grant: https://tinyurl.com/5eh9msc2
👉 Deaf Podcast Series Grant: https://tinyurl.com/22hnkmst

Working Group on Disabilities and 2030 Agenda