Blind Welfare Council: an NGO for children with visual disabilities

IN the remote corners of rural India, blindness is often connected to superstitions which lead to the discrimination of people with visual disabilities. People with disabilities face a life of neglect, abuse and seclusion and this is especially damaging for children with visual disabilities. Blind Welfare Council was founded by Yusufi Kapadiya as an NGO for children with blindness. What is remarkable is that Yusufi Kapadiya is also blind and understands the needs of visually impaired children firsthand. Since 2001, Blind Welfare Council has been tirelessly working to rescue blind children from the clutches of darkness and discrimination. This blog delves into the profound challenges faced by visually disabled children in impoverished tribal backgrounds, the transformative work of this NGO for children and the urgent need for support to extend their reach.

The dire circumstances faced by disabled children

In many rural areas, children with blindness are perceived as a curse and as victims of superstitions that lead to their confinement and mistreatment. Yusufi Kapadiya, the founder of Blind Welfare Council, sheds light on the grim reality these children endure. “Children with disabilities in rural areas are seen as a bad sign. At times, their parents tie them up and keep them locked up inside the house, without food or water, hoping to drive away evil spirits. They live a life worse than even animals,” reveals the founder of this NGO for children with visual disabilities.

This horrific situation is rooted in deeply ingrained beliefs that associate disabilities with “evil forces”. The children are often shackled, deprived of basic necessities and left to suffer in isolation. Yusufi Kapadiya and the team from this NGO for children emphasize that blind children live lives worse than death and are often unable to bear the extent of the torture imposed upon them. The constant abuse takes a toll on their mental health, pushing them further into a nightmarish existence.

Poverty worsens the issue

While many parents harbor a genuine desire to care for and treat their disabled children, the harsh reality of poverty renders them helpless observers of their children’s suffering. Yusufi Kapadiya and the team from the NGO for children explain that “there are many parents who want to care for their child and give them therapy and treatment, but they are just financially unable.” The economic hardships these families face limit their ability to provide the necessary support and medical attention that could improve the lives of their children.

The urgency of support

Despite the monumental challenges, Blind Welfare Council is an NGO for children with blindness that has been a lifeline for hundreds of children with visual disabilities. Since its inception, Blind Welfare Council has dedicated itself to providing essential therapies and educational support to improve the lives of these vulnerable children. However, the NGO for children faces a daunting challenge – limited resources. Yusufi Kapadiya reveals that “at this time, there are many more children who need to be enrolled urgently, but because we lack resources, we cannot care for these children as we hope to.” To support Blind Welfare Council, you can donate here.

The urgency of support for Blind Welfare Council’s cause cannot be overstated. Yusufi Kapadiya and the team from this NGO for children with blindness calls on people to support their fundraiser on Give.do, recognizing the immense potential these children possess and the great things they can go on to accomplish if they only had the opportunity. “I request each one to come forward and support this fundraiser as much as possible so that these children with blindness can make a brighter future for themselves,” Yusufi Kapadiya appeals.

Impact of Blind Welfare Council

In the face of adversity, Blind Welfare Council is an NGO for children with blindness that has been a force for positive change, working tirelessly to break the shackles that bind disabled children in rural areas. The NGO for children with visual disabilities has successfully transformed the lives of countless children, providing them with vital therapies and educational support. The story of Blind Welfare Council is one of resilience, compassion and unwavering dedication to a noble cause.

Yusufi Kapadiya: a guiding light

Yusufi Kapadiya is the founder of this NGO for children with visual disabilities and as a person who is also blind, draws inspiration from his own personal journey. His commitment to saving blind children from the suffering he faced as a child has made him the only hope for many blind children in need from impoverished tribal backgrounds. Yusufi Kapadiya’s aims for this NGO for children with visual disabilities goes beyond mere charity – it aims to empower these children to lead fulfilling lives.

Yusufi Kapadiya’s tireless efforts have not only alleviated the immediate suffering of countless children but also instilled a sense of hope in their hearts. His advocacy goes beyond the walls of his NGO for children and urges individuals in society to recognize the potential of these children with visual impairments and give them a chance to prove their worth. To support Blind Welfare Council, you can donate here.

Call for action

In the face of overwhelming challenges for this NGO for children with blindness, Yusufi Kapadiya issues a heartfelt plea for support. “These children can prove to the world that they are indeed exemplary. All they need is a chance.” Compassionate individuals who want to change the futures of these promising children can donate to Blind Welfare Council’s fundraiser on Give.do and give them the chance they are waiting for to live their lives. This call to action is not merely a request for financial contributions but an invitation to be a part of a transformative journey – a journey that can change the destinies of these children and break the chains of superstition and neglect.

Support Blind Welfare Council on Give.do

Blind Welfare Council stands as a testament to the transformative power of compassion and dedication. In the shadows of rural India, where disabled children are often condemned to a life worse than death, Blind Welfare Council emerges as an NGO for children that offers children with visual disabilities hope and a chance for a brighter future. 

Yusufi Kapadiya’s tireless efforts and the impact of Blind Welfare Council underscore the urgent need for support to reach more children trapped in the darkness of disabilities. It is a collective responsibility to ensure that these children are not just given a chance but are empowered to thrive and prove their worth to the world. To support Blind Welfare Council, you can donate here.

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