DeafTawk proudly marked a powerful moment of representation and inclusion at OSH Day hosted by the International Labour Organization, reinforcing its commitment to accessibility and meaningful participation for the Deaf community.
A Milestone for Deaf Representation in Policy Dialogue
A key highlight of the session was the participation of Kamran Lashari from COMSATS University Islamabad, who represented DeafTawk as a Deaf panelist.
His presence on a high-level policy platform marked an important milestone for Deaf leadership, visibility, and inclusion in discussions that directly shape workplace safety and wellbeing frameworks.
The panel also featured distinguished voices contributing to workplace health and safety, including:
- Syeda Kulsume Hai
- Arifa Janju
- Saeed Pasha
- Saman Laiq Abbasi
- Kamran Lashari
Ensuring Accessibility Through Inclusive Support
As an inclusive partner of the session, DeafTawk ensured full accessibility throughout the event by providing professional sign language interpretation services. This allowed Deaf participants and attendees to engage fully in discussions without barriers.
Accessibility in such forums is not just a service—it is a necessity that ensures equal participation and meaningful representation in decision-making spaces.
Moving from Compliance to Meaningful Inclusion
The discussion at OSH Day emphasized an important shift: moving beyond compliance-based approaches toward truly inclusive workplace safety systems.
The panel concluded with a shared commitment to integrating disability-inclusive occupational safety and health (OSH) practices into national frameworks. This approach recognizes that workplace safety must protect every worker, regardless of physical or sensory abilities.
A Step Forward for Inclusive Workplaces
The participation of DeafTawk at OSH Day reflects a broader mission—to ensure that Deaf individuals are not only included but actively represented in shaping systems that affect their lives.
By combining advocacy, accessibility services, and technological innovation, DeafTawk continues to work toward a future where inclusion is embedded in every level of policy, workplace culture, and institutional practice.
Together, these efforts move us closer to safer, more equitable, and fully inclusive workplaces for all.
