Vision
"Persons with disabilities living with dignity and independence in a barrier-free environment, fully integrated into their chosen community and enjoying the full realization of their human rights."
Mission
To promote, strengthen, and disseminate the values, principles, and practices of the independent living philosophy.
The Main Goals
- Promote and Strengthen the Independent Living Concept
Advocate for the recognition of Independent Living (IL) as a fundamental right for persons with disabilities (PWDs). Establish IL as a core framework guiding policies and practices at all levels of government. Ensure that public institutions actively support, plan, fund, and monitor IL initiatives in collaboration with disabled persons’ organizations and relevant stakeholders.
- Ensure Full State and Societal Responsibility for IL Promotion and Development
Mobilize both government bodies and civil society to take comprehensive, accountable roles in the development and promotion of Independent Living. Emphasize a rights-based, person-centered approach that empowers PWDs to live autonomously, with dignity, and fully participate in community life.
- Advance Legal and Policy Frameworks for the Rights of PWDs
Promote the adoption, harmonization, and enforcement of domestic laws, policies, and programs that uphold the rights of PWDs. Ensure alignment with the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), particularly its principles on Independent Living, accessibility, and social inclusion.
Objectives of Independent Living Center Lalitpur
- Advocate for Inclusive Policies and Implementation
To achieve a positive, fully sensitized state with inclusive, need-based programs; enforce obligatory laws; and ensure their effective implementation for the rights of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).
- Enhance Capacity of Persons with Disabilities
To strengthen the capacity of PWDs in areas such as management, leadership, advocacy, independent living skills, and local resource mobilization through active and effective networking.
- Provide Comprehensive Peer Support Services
To offer peer support services including peer counseling, personal attendant services, Independent Living Programs, and Independent Living training.
- Promote a Cooperative and Barrier-Free Society
To foster a cooperative and inclusive society with positive attitudes toward Persons with Disabilities by eliminating physical, social, and psychological barriers.
- Ensure Holistic Participation of PWDs
To support the active participation of PWDs in social, political, economic, physical, and cultural life, enabling them to sustain their livelihoods with self-esteem, independence, and dignity.
- Protect and Promote Human Rights of PWDs
To carry out and promote activities that guarantee and protect the human rights of Persons with Disabilities.
- Advocate for Implementation of Disability-Related Instruments
To advocate for the implementation of national and international treaties, agreements, declarations, and legal frameworks concerning the rights of Persons with Disabilities.
- Facilitate Accessibility through Appropriate Technology
To create an enabling environment for the development, production, and availability of daily-use accessories and assistive devices for Persons with Disabilities.
