Conference on Judging and Lawyering at the Margins to be co-hosted by Justice Sunanda Bhandare Foundation and QAble
The Justice Sunanda Bhandare Foundation, in collaboration with QAble, is hosting a conference titled "Judging and Lawyering at the Margins: Disability Rights and Beyond" on August 2, 2025, at the Indian International Centre (IIC) Annexe, Lecture Hall No. 2, New Delhi.
This premium event, taking place from 10:30 AM to 1:45 PM, aims to delve into the intricacies of how lawyers and judges can effectively engage with disability rights, focusing on the intersections of gender, caste, sexuality, and class that often further marginalize disabled individuals.
The conference will bring together esteemed senior jurists, practicing advocates, academics, and community leaders to reflect on judging and lawyering in marginalized contexts, with a specific focus on disability rights. Notable speakers at the conference include Justice Manmohan and Anchal Bhatheja.
The conference will discuss the challenges related to the implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, and the role of courts and advocates in realizing its potential. However, further details about the speakers and the conference are not provided in this announcement.
The conference will not be a virtual event, and it will not take place outside India. It will be held at the Indian International Centre (IIC), Annexe, New Delhi - 03. Please note that this event requires a subscription for access. The conference concludes at 2:00 PM.
- Participants at the "Judging and Lawyering at the Margins: Discussion on Education and Self-Development for Marginalized Individuals with Disabilities" can gain insights from the exchange of ideas focused on judging and lawyering in marginalized contexts, particularly disability rights.
- The Justice Sunanda Bhandare Foundation's conference, "Judging and Lawyering at the Margins: Disability Rights and Beyond," aims to foster education and self-development as it addresses the challenges related to the implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016.
