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Diverse Patterns Institute for Inclusion

Our Work

Diverse Patterns Institute for Inclusion focuses on identifying real societal and institutional barriers, learning from lived experiences, and co-creating practical, community-owned solutions.

Our Four Main Focus Areas

We work with communities and organizations to promote inclusion, improve accessibility, and support the participation of persons with disabilities.

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Pillar 01

01. Inclusion and Accessibility

Identifying barriers and promoting accessible digital services, information, and public spaces.

check_circle Checking website and digital accessibility.
check_circle Promoting accessible communication.
check_circle Identifying barriers in public spaces.
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Pillar 02

02. Research and Learning

Learning from the experiences of persons with disabilities and documenting barriers to inclusion.

check_circle Working with local communities and OPDs.
check_circle Exploring gaps in accessibility and services.
check_circle Sharing findings to support better decisions.
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Pillar 03

03. Knowledge and Resources

Creating simple, practical resources to help people understand and apply inclusion.

check_circle Developing accessibility checklists and guides.
check_circle Preparing materials for inclusive events.
check_circle Sharing guidance on accessible digital content.
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Pillar 04

04. Collaboration and Awareness

Working with OPDs, communities, schools, and public institutions to promote inclusion.

check_circle Organizing awareness and learning activities.
check_circle Connecting with local organizations and institutions.
check_circle Promoting disability rights and participation.
Digital Accessibility Overwatch orientation workshop in Lumbini and Madhesh Provinces, Nepal

Digital Accessibility Overwatch

Two-day digital accessibility orientation workshop

location_on Locations: Lumbini and Madhesh Provinces, Nepal

Through this project, persons with disabilities are learning the basics of digital accessibility and how to identify common barriers on websites and digital platforms.

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  • check_circle Learning how people with different disabilities access digital information.
  • check_circle Practicing basic, non-technical website accessibility checks.
  • check_circle Developing a simple accessibility scorecard.
  • check_circle Building skills to share findings and advocate for improvements.

How We Approach Every Initiative

We believe meaningful change begins when we listen openly, work side by side with communities, and learn from lived experiences.

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Direct Participation

Persons with disabilities lead our research, activities, and decision-making rather than being treated as passive recipients of aid.

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Community Partnership

We build genuine, trusting relationships with local disability-led groups, families, and educational organizations to understand grassroots challenges firsthand.

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Open & Accessible Knowledge

All of our findings, tools, and guidelines are freely shared with the public so anyone can use them to foster inclusion.

Interested in Collaborating with Us?

Whether you represent an organization, work in education or research, or simply want to support inclusion, we welcome your ideas and partnership.