Towards an Accessible and Inclusive Meghalaya: Empowering Communities Through Technology and Rights Introduction: In the vibrant state of Meghalaya, fostering accessibility, community empowerment, and inclusion for all citizens, especially persons with disabilities, is paramount. This document reflects the experiences and insights of an individual navigating daily life with visual impairment, highlighting both the transformative potential

Jitendra’s journey, a testament to resilience and unwavering determination, is the very foundation upon which the Blind Lead Trust (BLT) was built. His story, rooted in the harsh realities of rural life and the pervasive discrimination faced by individuals with disabilities, illuminates the profound need for organizations like BLT. It is a narrative of personal

In the serene, rolling hills of Meghalaya’s East Khasi district, nestled within the village of Ichamati, Shela Bholaganje, a life began in darkness. Kanai Debnath, from his very first breath, was blind. His parents, driven by an unwavering love, embarked on a desperate quest for a cure, traversing countless doctors and hospitals. But the verdict

We’re incredibly excited to announce our first-ever internship collaboration with @CUTNadu! Four talented students from the #CentralUniversityofTamilNadu are spending a month with us at #BlindLeadTrust in #Shillong, #Meghalaya. This is a milestone for us as our first interns from outside the North East! Their contributions are invaluable in our mission to promote the rights of

Executive Summary We, Blind Lead Trust, a non-profit organization, have launched a social enterprise initiative, HopeMade.  Under this brand we are seeking funding to establish a soap manufacturing facility that will create sustainable employment for visually impaired individuals. This facility will provide meaningful work opportunities while producing high-quality soap products. The  HopeMade enterprise aligns with

On January 6th, 2025, we were delighted to welcome three MSW students from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham University in Tamil Nadu to Blind Lead Trust in Shillong, Meghalaya. We are thrilled to have the students join us for their winter internship (5-7 days) and are confident that their contributions will be invaluable to our organization. Blind

Jitendra’s story and how he began for the Blind Lead Trust (BLT) as a Co-Founder of the organization. At the beginning Mr. Jitendra was in his village when he was at the age of 18 or 19th years old and the work he did was to labor someone if anyone can give him a job

Mission Statement To empower individuals with disabilities, particularly the visually impaired, by advocating for their rights, providing access to education and opportunities, and fostering a supportive community. Jitendra’s Journey Jitendra’s journey began with personal experiences of discrimination and barriers faced by individuals with disabilities. His determination to create a more inclusive society led him to

Prompt: report on a World White Cane Safety Day celebration organized by the Ephatha Society in Khliehriat, East Jaintia Hills District. World White Cane Safety Day Celebration: A Success in Khliehriat On October 15, the Ephatha Society, under the leadership of Co-Founder/Managing Director Pastor Sympooh and Society member Shri. Kermiki Siangshai, successfully organized a World

Jitendra’s Suffered: I just wanted to express my opinions about my experience just recently with the Ganesh Das Hospital which is the big hospital in the state of Meghalaya and who is taking care of pregnant womens. I was admitted by my wife there as an emergency patient, because she was transferred from the Nazareth