Understanding Disability and Inclusion

Disability is not inability—it is simply a different way of experiencing the world. In India, as per the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, 21 categories of disability are recognized, ensuring that Persons with Disabilities (PwDs), also called Divyangjan, receive rightful opportunities, dignity, and support.

At Sarthak Educational Trust, our mission is to empower Divyangjan by breaking barriers in health, education, skilling, and employment. To create a truly inclusive society, it is important to understand the different types of disabilities and how tailored interventions can make a difference.

Major Types of Disabilities

• Locomotor Disability: Restricted movement of limbs due to polio, paralysis, amputation, or cerebral palsy. Sarthak supports with mobility aids and vocational training.
• Visual Impairment: Includes blindness and low vision. Sarthak offers computer literacy, tele-calling, and digital training for career opportunities.
• Hearing Impairment: Partial or complete hearing loss. Sign language training and assistive technology prepare individuals for jobs in retail, hospitality, and IT.
• Speech & Language Disability: Affects verbal communication. With therapies and sensitization programs, Sarthak enables participation in education and employment.
• Intellectual Disability: Includes Down Syndrome, Autism, and developmental delays. Our Early Intervention Centers provide therapy, counseling, and inclusive education.
• Mental Illness: Covers conditions like depression, schizophrenia, and bipolar disorder. Sarthak promotes awareness, counseling, and workplace inclusion.
• Blood Disorders: Conditions like thalassemia, hemophilia, and sickle cell disease. Sarthak raises awareness and connects individuals to livelihood support.
• Multiple Disabilities: When more than one disability is present, Sarthak adopts a holistic approach with rehabilitation, counseling, and customized training.

Sarthak Educational Trust: Building an Inclusive India

• Early Intervention & Inclusive Education: Therapy and special education for children with disabilities.
• Skill Development & Employment: Industry-relevant training and placement support for youth.
• Corporate Inclusion: Partnerships with 5,000+ companies for inclusive hiring practices.
• Accessibility & Advocacy: Promoting accessible workplaces, digital inclusion, and disability rights.

With over 1,00,000 PwDs empowered and more than 5,000 corporates engaged, Sarthak continues to drive change towards an inclusive society where every Divyangjan thrives with dignity.

Disabilities do not define people—their skills, talents, and determination do. At Sarthak Educational Trust, we believe in shifting focus from sympathy to empowerment, ensuring every Divyangjan becomes an equal contributor to building an inclusive India.