A Workshop that changed perspectives at Genslar

Last Friday at Gensler Bangalore, we hosted a Disability Sensitization & Physical Accessibility Workshop, followed by a therapeutic Tile Art session with our talented artist, Gayatri. Here’s what Naseera Razak, Managing Director at Gensler, shared: “Today’s workshop was an eye-opening experience. It showed us that accessibility isn’t about ramps or checklists but about reimagining spaces so every individual can move with dignity and ease. The best part was hearing firsthand experiences, which was both instructive and moving. This workshop reminded us that every choice we make has the power to include or exclude, and inclusion goes beyond just a checklist."

When 300+ artists unite in faith in the form of art

What happens when 300+ artists with disabilities channel their devotion into art? You get 750+ breathtaking works that unites faith, inclusion & creativity. Imagine artists coming together from all across India to create something they truly believe in. Diversified faiths and religions, paintings of gods, goddesses, deities, leaders & holy places- which gave birth to this #DivineBlessings Art Campaign in collaboration with Barkhat Beej Foundation. Buy, gift or keep these beautiful painting to celebrate all our religious festivals. Click here to reserve your artwork and be a blessing in someone’s life:

Mayuri talks about her experience with Atypical Advantage

We received a heartfelt note from Mayuri Atre, a talented singer with visual impairment who joined our platform last year. With appearances on popular national TV singing shows and a wide range of musical contributions, Mayuri has touched countless hearts with her soulful voice. Every company that she has performed for has been captivated by her talent, and her performances always left a lasting impression. Most recently, she mesmerized the crowd at Nexus Westend’s Independence Day celebration, where the audience enjoyed her music to the fullest. Click here to watch her video.

Vineet Saraiwala, nominated for “The Better India Social Changemaker Award”

On September 18, 2025, The Better India is bringing together the nation’s largest celebration of changemakers, and we are proud to share that our Founder & CEO, Vineet Saraiwala, has been nominated under the category of ‘Social Changemaker.’ Let’s cherish this moment and honour the real-life heroes who inspire us every day.

SC Orders Apology from Influencers for Mocking People with Disabilities

In a judicious ruling, the Supreme Court of India has directed social media influencers, including Samay Raina, to issue public apologies, via videos on their platforms, for mocking persons with disabilities, including individuals with Spinal Muscular Atrophy and blindness. The Court emphasized that freedom of speech does not extend to speech that demeans or humiliates vulnerable communities and labelled such content “commercial speech” requiring accountability. (Source: TOI)

Meghalaya vows stronger support for persons with disabilities

At the 2nd Purple Fair in Shillong, Social Welfare Minister Paul Lyngdoh reaffirmed the government’s commitment to empowering persons with disabilities through vocational training, accessible infrastructure, and financial support, ensuring greater inclusion and independence. (Source: TOI)

Atypical Advantage is India’s largest livelihood platform for Persons with Disabilities(PWD). Whether it is a singer looking for a show, a visual artist looking to sell their paintings, or job seekers with disabilities looking for career opportunities, it bridges the supply & demand side inefficiencies so that Persons with Disabilities can earn a dignified income. We have a large pool of 40,000+ talents with disabilities and have worked with 450+ corporates within a short span of 4 years. We were also featured on Shark Tank Season 2 and were declared the winner of the prestigious National Startup Award for Social Impact, and the National Award for Best Organization empowering persons with disabilities in 2024, conferred by the Union Government. For more information, visit our website here.