Nilu Maharjan is Project Coordinator with the Blind Youth Association Nepal (BYAN). She is a public health professional with a Master’s degree in Gender Studies and over six years of experience working with diverse organizations at national, regional, and local levels. Her expertise lies in conducting tailored training and workshops for persons with disabilities, including those with intellectual disabilities, visual impairments, hearing impairments, and physical disabilities. Nilu has strong skills in project management, stakeholder engagement, and working at the community level. Her deep understanding of legal policies and acts related to persons with disabilities and sexual and reproductive health rights enables her to effectively advocate for inclusive practices and promote equitable access to health education and services. She is passionate about fostering inclusive environments and empowering individuals with disabilities through education, advocacy, and targeted interventions.
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Stories that help change systems
We hear from people with disabilities in Bangladesh, Nepal and Kenya who are showing what locally led change means in action. How is participatory storytelling powering locally led disability rights work?