INDY (International Network for Disabled Youth) is internet-based global network for young disabled people aged 16-30 to network, skill and knowledge share, created through an Oxfam International Youth Programme (OIYP) project.
What is the aim of the project? The aim of the project is to set up an internet-based forum/network where disabled young people can share and discuss the issues affecting them and their experiences of being disabled in their respective countries. We are an interactive space where YOU can share your campaigns, work, and experience to support and empower one another to be active within your communities, potentially becoming leaders. The site aims to provide a network for disabled young leaders and useful connections to people working on similar issues, and we hope offer user-led web based seminars and training around a variety of topics. We hope that by setting up this network, it will empower disabled young people to realise the value and importance of their perspective as young people, and that it gives them an opportunity to develop their voice, to become aware of international leadership opportunities, and to be on a more equal footing with their non-disabled peers. What issues does this project seek to address? The issue this project seeks to address is the lack of space to develop and share the skills disabled young people need to get their voices and issues heard on an international stage. There are many disabled young people, including yourselves, working in their respective countries around disability rights and achieving equality. What we would like from you? YOUR INPUT! As stated, the site is user-led and as such, relies on your input and contributions to make it a success. Feel free to share blog posts, photos and videos and to comment on others' posts. This is an opportunity to share your experiences, express your views, and network with others - so take advantage of it! Website link http://www.indyspace.org/ Register at the dedicated AccessIndia list for discussing accessibility of mobile phones / Tabs on: http://mail.accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/mobile.accessindia_accessindia.org.in Search for old postings at: http://www.mail-archive.com/accessindia@accessindia.org.in/ To unsubscribe send a message to accessindia-requ...@accessindia.org.in with the subject unsubscribe. To change your subscription to digest mode or make any other changes, please visit the list home page at http://accessindia.org.in/mailman/listinfo/accessindia_accessindia.org.in
