True inclusion cannot happen in isolation. Community development brings disability rights to union councils, schools, mosques, and local administrative bodies.
Grassroots Action Across Azad Kashmir
FORD conducts regular awareness sessions in remote union councils such as Arja, Mallot, Dhulli, and Harighel, training local leaders to advocate for ramp installations in public buildings, inclusive schools, and social welfare inclusion.
- Union Council Awareness Campaigns: Bringing disability awareness directly to rural elders and youth.
- Parents Support Forums: Assisting families of children with cerebral palsy, muscular dystrophy, and congenital conditions.
- Barrier-Free Audits: Advising district administration on accessibility in courts, hospitals, and transit hubs.