Persons with Disabilities should not be considered as Beneficiaries only but Partners and Frontline Responders during disasters. Abid Lashari
Bangkok: Abid Lashari represented the National Disability & Development Forum (NDF) Pakistan at the Regional Humanitarian Partnership Week (RHPW) 2025, held in Bangkok, Thailand. During his address, Mr. Lashari delivered a strong and impactful message, emphasizing the need to transform humanitarian approaches toward disability inclusion. He stated that Persons with Disabilities should not be considered […]
NDF Pakistan Marks World Disability Day in Larkana
Larkana: The National Disability & Development Forum (NDF) Pakistan organized an event to mark World Disability Day (3rd December) in Larkana, in collaboration with the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPD), Government of Sindh, ADDTF, and the National Disability Alliance (NDA). The event was attended by Khair Muhammad Shaikh, Advisor to the Chief […]
Makhdoom Ahmed Zaman Commits Support for Establishing NDF Rehabilitation Center in Matiari
Matiari: Chairman District Council Matiari, Makhdoom Ahmed Zaman, participated in a seminar organized by the National Disability & Development Forum (NDF) to mark the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Speaking on the occasion, Makhdoom Ahmed Zaman emphasized that there should be no discrimination against persons with disabilities. He said that society must accept disability […]
Chief Minister Sindh Presents Appreciation Shield to OGDC for Donated Vehicle to DEPD–NDF Rehabilitation Center, Qasimabad Hyderabad
Karachi: Chief Minister Sindh, Syed Murad Ali Shah, visited the National Disability & Development Forum (NDF) stall during his visit to the Inclusive Talent Exhibition organized by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPD), Government of Sindh, at Clifton, Karachi. During his interaction at the stall, the Chief Minister received a detailed briefing […]
Sindh Reaffirms Commitment to Disability Inclusion on International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025
BY: Abid lashariPakistan joined the global community today in observing the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), with events across Sindh highlighting this year’s theme: “Opportunity and Challenge: Advancing Disability Inclusion in Pakistan.” The day focused on strengthening disability rights, improving service delivery, and accelerating the implementation of disability laws.Department of Empowerment of Persons […]
DEPD Sindh and PDSA Greet Delegation of Maya Dance Theatre, Singapore, at World Cultural Festival
Karachi: The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPD), Sindh Persons with Disabilities Protection Authority (SPDPA), and the Pakistan Down Syndrome Association (PDSA) warmly welcomed the visiting delegation of Maya Dance Theatre – Diverse Abilities Dance Collective, Singapore, comprising talented performers with Down syndrome, during their participation in the World Cultural Festival at the […]
Pakistan & Singapore to Strengthen Collaboration on Art and Disability Inclusion
Karachi: The Pakistan Down Syndrome Association (PDSA) Karachi hosted an inspiring dinner reception in honour of the visiting delegation from Maya Dance Theatre – Diverse Abilities Dance Collective, Singapore. The meeting marked a significant milestone in strengthening cross-border cooperation to promote art, culture, and disability inclusion.Mr. Abid Lashari, CEO PDSA; Alishaba Aminuddin, Ambassador PDSA; and […]
OGDC donated a van to NDF Rehabilitation Center, Qasimababad Hyderabad
Hyderabad: Oil & Gas Development Company (OGDC) previously known as OGDCL has generously donated a van for the special children of the DEPD–NDF Rehabilitation Center, Qasimabad Hyderabad. This significant contribution will strengthen mobility support and enhance access to rehabilitation services for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Speaking at the ceremony, Mr. Sikandar Ali Shaikh, […]
Social Welfare and Trust (SWAT), a society of International Business Management (IBM), celebrated Universal Children’s Day with children with Down syndrome at the Pakistan Down Syndrome Association (PDSA).
KARACHI: The event was filled with joy as children enthusiastically participated in painting, singing, fun games, and other recreational activities. Refreshments were also arranged, creating a lively and cheerful environment where children expressed happiness and confidence. Ms. Laiba Tariq from SWAT appreciated the efforts of PDSA and said that children with intellectual disabilities are receiving […]
Thank You OGDCL…
Oil & Gas Development Company Limited OGDCL donated van to DEPD-NDF Rehabilitation Center Qasimababad Hyderabad Abid Lashari (Tamgha e Imtiaz)President NDF Pakistan Nawabshah – Hyderabad