Author: DPOB

To mainstream disability initiatives in plans, policies, and programs in all sectors. In collaboration with UNICEF, DPOB conducted the orientation of the national policy for persons with disabilities through two-day Disabilities Equality Training at Trashigang recently. The program had been specifically targeted to district head sectors in six Eastern Region  which has reported the highest number of disabilities; unfortunately, there is a…

The formal Khadhar ceremony for the appointment of Mr. Kinley Wangchu to the post of Acting Executive Director was held on 22nd April, 2023. The appointment ceremony was attended by the board of directors, technical members, management team, family members, development partners, and individual well-wishers of Disabled People's Organization of Bhutan-DPO

The Disabled People's Organization of Bhutan-DPO with support from the UNFPA in Bhutan has produced the first-ever Disability Inclusive Calendar in Bhutan that focuses on the needs of the persons with blindness and low vision community.  This calendar is designed with Braille and large print text feature to provide easy access to important events and dates for daily life. The calendar is a…

The second batch of 30 persons with disabilities has now begun their four-month training (15 PWDs each) on Tailoring and ICT at Institute of Advanced Tailoring and Fashion Design and Athang Training Academy, respectively, to build self-esteem and self-reliance, enabling jobseekers with disabilities to be independent, confident, and contributing members of society. Mrs. Tshering Lhamo, Chief Program Officer of Skills Development Division…

Every 3rd of December is observed as the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) around the world. 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. It also seeks to increase awareness of gains to be derived from the integration of persons with disabilities…

Yesterday, a three day Orientation on National Policy for Persons with Disabilities conducted successfully. Twenty local leaders from five Dzongkhags (Dagana, Tsirang, Sarpang, Wangduephodrang and Zhemgang) were trained on how to provide appropriate support services to people with disabilities in their communities, as well as educated on National Policy for Persons with Disabilities.  As an immediate result, the participants are expected to…

On 15th October 2022, in collaboration with Zhenphen Group one of the Community Based Organization, we observed international White Cane Safety Day at National Botanical Garden, Sarbethang, Thimphu. More than 30 persons with blindness and low vision along with their families and caregivers have gathered at botanical garden. A white cane is an important mobility tool for persons with blindness as well…

The Disabled People’s Organization (DPO) organized a day-long Disability Equality training to 18 students, (5 male, 13 females from Jigme Singye Wangchuck School of Law at Paro on 16th September 2022. Meanwhile, 14 participants (4 male and 10 female) from JSW School of Law attended the same workshop on September 22. Persons with disabilities themselves facilitated training with the following objectives: To…

Nyingnor Data provided a three-day digital literacy and skills training to fifteen people with disabilities who are very young, enthusiastic, and active business entrepreneurs. Members of the DPO were also taught digital literacy and media skills as part of the training. All of the sessions are intended to provide people with disabilities with digital skills that they can use in their current…

The financial stability of Bhutanese civil society organizations is critical to their long-term viability. Many civil society organizations are on the verge of dissolving due to a lack of funds. Therefore, the civil society organizations require ongoing funding in order to function. Submitting strong project proposals is one way to ensure consistent funding. As a result, the DPO management have extensively underwent…