KATHMANDU, Nov 25: Social activist Sabita Upreti, who has worked for children with autism, has been selected for the International Women of Courage Award-2023 by the Human Rights Council of India.
The award will be presented at the 13th International Human Rights Summit to be held in New Delhi, India on the occasion of the United Nations International Human Rights Day on December 10.
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Upreti has been given this award for her tireless and selfless work in human rights, peace, compassion as well as multifaceted humanitarian services, and for inspiring the young generation in social service.
Women around the world who have taken great personal risks and sacrifices in the service of peace, justice, human rights, gender equality and women, empowerment and children are considered eligible for this award. This award is the most prestigious human rights award of the Human Rights Council.
Sabita Upreti has been working for autistic children for 13 years by establishing the Special School and Rehabilitation Center (SSDRC). At present, this organization has branches in Narephant, Gothatar and Tatli in Bhaktapur in Kathmandu. In those three places, 60 children and teenagers are not provided with special education and therapy services.
While going to the field during her job, Upreti got the inspiration to work in the service of such children after seeing the dire situation of autistic children tied up with chains and ropes at home. Upreti has also received the Janasewa Shree Medal (for social service) from the Government of Nepal and the National Youth Talent Award (for social service and education) awarded by the Ministry of Youth and Sports.
