Tags: disability

To mobilize and empower youth, especially persons with disabilities, to advocate for and influence the development of an eco-friendly, climate-resilient, and inclusive tourism environment in Cox’s Bazar, B-SCAN organized a daylong workshop on “Eco-friendly Inclusive Beach Campaign Design” on 23 May 2026 at the Light House Family Retreat, Cox's Bazar.The workshop promoted the meaningful participation and leadership of persons with disabilities in creating accessible and sustainable tourism spaces for all. Participants actively discussed inclusive tourism, environmental protection, accessibility, climate justice,...

On February 10, 2026, B-SCAN organized a press conference at the Dhaka Reporters' Unity. Ahead of the National Elections scheduled for February 12, 2026, B-SCAN has conducted an accessibility assessment to review existing structures and planned arrangements, and the extent to which these will ensure the right of persons with disability to effectively vote on Election Day. The assessment was undertaken in 28 polling stations across Dhaka (North and South City Corporation), Dinajpur, Faridpur, and Meherpur during the last week...

Legal and operational barriers continue to hinder the effective inclusion of persons with disabilities in Bangladesh’s electoral processes, limiting their equal participation. The right to equal participation is a fundamental prerequisite for a credible election. Yet ensuring the full participation of persons with disabilities remains a major challenge. On 20 January 2026, at the Zahur Ahmed Chowdhury Auditorium of the National Press Club, B-SCAN presented a report titled “Report on Policy Gap Analysis of European Inclusion for Persons with Disabilities...