Dr. Seema Girija Lal

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April 14, 2025

Respite Care, Thrissur

It was an 8-hour round trip in a single day. My body? Begging for rest. But my heart, my hea...

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April 10, 2025

Seeing the World Differently: A Journey Through Neurodivergence.

It was an 8-hour round trip in a single day. My body? Begging for rest. But my heart, my heart...

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March 24, 2025

Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit

The energy of collective action is something that lingers long after engaging with incredible peop...

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March 24, 2025

Meet and Greet – Merry Barua

So, what was it about March 22, 2025, that made it one of the most unforgettable days of my life? ...

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March 13, 2025

INCLUZIA’25 at Sree Sankaracharya University of Sanskrit!

Excited and honored to be the keynote speaker at INCLUZIA'25 at Sree Sankaracharya University of S...

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February 21, 2025

Co-creating knowledge

This initiative, inspired by a recent study by students from Vrije University Amsterdam, is all ab...

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December 1, 2024

Talk about NEURODIVERSITY to 6 , 10, and 14 year olds ( 15 minutes each)

Our Brain: The Hidden Computer That Needs Support Too Imagine your brain is like a computer. There a...

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November 17, 2024

A New Approach with SHAKTHI

In many programs designed for mothers of children with disabilities, the focus often centers almos...

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November 15, 2024

the inclusion of the Rights of children with disabilities in the context of child rights policies.

What's the one thing common to all children? Their Rights. But access to them? That's a differen...

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October 30, 2024

KERALA DISABILITY POLICY – EXPERIENCES AND SUGGESTIONS

FULL LINK https://youtu.be/ozEvVsRMnYc?si=JDprnvtzexVdk-5I ...... In the past two decad...

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October 27, 2024

Kerala Disability Policy

#Kerala_Disability_Policy (Audio Malayalam, English translation coming soon..) Most grateful ...

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October 26, 2024

#CUSAT shows the way!

Taking lead from student request they organized a half day session. Used acronym 'LIVE'. The ...

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October 25, 2024

Assisi Roundtable Conference

A vibrant and engaging discussion on AI, neurodiversity, and inclusion with an exceptional group o...

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October 11, 2024

Building Safe and Collaborative Spaces: Open Door and Child Protection Policies

https://www.youtube.com/live/vtWfvipIXfc To truly support someone, we must listen to all the vo...

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September 21, 2024

Insights from Counseling Skills Training with The Banyan

Recently, I had the chance to work with The Banyan team again, this time with the added responsibili...

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September 26, 2024

“Building Safe and Collaborative Spaces: Open Door and Child Protection Policies”

I was honored to be part of the discussion on "Building Safe and Collaborative Spaces: Open Door and...

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September 11, 2024

Training on basic counseling skills by Banyan Academy

I was honored to co-lead the two-day training on basic counseling skills hosted by the Banyan Academ...

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August 30, 2024

NayiDisha hosts talks on OPEN DOOR POLICY

There is a high demand for anything and everything that is suffixed with the word “T...

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July 25, 2024

Open-Door Policy for Child Protection and Safety

Why is an Open-Door Policy Important? When it comes to child protection, maintaining an open-do...

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July 18, 2024

SMART goals—Specific, Measurable, Answerable, Relevant, and Time-bound

As a mental health consultant and founder of Together We Can, I provide crucial advice for parents s...

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June 15, 2024

GNLU Centre For Disability Studies

GNLU Centre For Disability Studies & Sruti Disability Rights Centre organised a consultation on ...

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June 3, 2024

Parent Orientation at Asissi Vidyaniketan

It is brilliant when schools can reach out to the target group and seek their needs before g...

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June 5, 2024

GNLU Centre For Disability Studies & Sruti Disability Rights Centre

GNLU Centre For Disability Studies & Sruti Disability Rights Centre are organising a consulta...

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May 23, 2024

Capacity-building program for Mothers of Children with moderate to high support needs, organised by School of Management Studies, CUSAT, in association with Kerala Women’s Commission.

Emotional Health and Hygiene: Unplanned yet Profound FGD Experience The original plan for two...

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May 19, 2024

Capacity-building program for Mothers of Children with moderate to high support needs, organised by School of Management Studies, CUSAT, in association with Kerala Women’s Commission.

School of Management Studies, CUSAT, in association with Kerala Women's Commission, is organising ...

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May 9, 2024

Conducting a short session for The Banyan Org.

#HOME AGAIN moment for me! Conducting a short session for #TheBanyan ‘Home Again’ partners f...

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April 18, 2024

Relief for Students with Disabilities in Kochi Schools!

At TogetherWeCan, we've been fighting for the rights of students with disabilities for years. We'r...

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March 28, 2024

Exploring Grounding Through Inspirational Encounters: A Reflection

Engaging in Meaningful Connections: A Reflection Encountering individuals who embody larger-than-...

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January 28, 2024

#UPDATE: CBSE and TogetherWeCan Petition Sent on September 18 for Clarity on Assessment Process and Disability Certification for Exam Accommodations in Grades 10 and 12.

In a recent development, a petition was submitted to CBSE and TogetherWeCan on September 18, urg...

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January 20, 2024

Despite existing laws, why do persons with disabilities still fight for basic rights? Dr Seema Lal and Suchitra Narayan

In a recent landmark case [Seema Girija Lal v. Union of India], I spearheaded a legal effort to addr...

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November 6, 2023

DISABILITY COURT ISSUES NOTICE TO CBSE

I am deeply grateful to Sudha Nambudiri for her continuous support in advocating for the rights of s...

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September 25, 2023

Responsible journalism

Sudha Nambudiri stands as a shining example of how responsible journalism can be a force for positiv...

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August 20, 2023

Two Years Since Earning a Doctoral Degree

It's been two years since I earned that coveted doctoral degree, and it has been one of the most emp...

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June 17, 2023

The Supreme Court order

The Supreme Court order for the hearing on July 17th is a significant step in the journey to ensure ...

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July 11, 2023

significant milestone for Kerala

It's indeed a significant milestone for Kerala to finally implement the KeSCPCR order of 2016. This ...

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July 9, 2023

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I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to Sudha Nambudiri once again for her invaluable contribu...

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May 18, 2023

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It's truly remarkable what Adv Karthik, Adv Akshay Sahay, and the entire team have been doing to sup...

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April 27, 2023

After Seven Years of Persistent Advocacy, Reaching the Supreme Court of India

  In response to our case, the Supreme Court has issued an order, and here are the key point...

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March 23, 2023

In the Supreme Court of India

  Civil Original Jurisdiction Writ Petition (Civil) No. 29329 of 2021 Seema Girija Lal...

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January 13, 2023

“Case Heard at the Supreme Court of India Today”

Today, we had a case heard at the Supreme Court of India, and the order passed was truly remarkabl...

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January 1, 2023

#FIND_YOURSELF @Mantra_2023 #Animal_Hide_and_Seek by Saroja Muralikrishnan [Class teacher 9A, BVM[E], 1991]

#FIND_YOURSELF @Mantra_2023 #Animal_Hide_and_Seek by Saroja Muralikrishnan [Class teacher 9A, ...

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November 16, 2022

#REGULATE_THERAPY_CENTRES

#REGULATE_THERAPY_CENTRES #FORMULATE_DISTRICT_LEVEL_COMMITTEES Dear parents, it is crucial to ...

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November 13, 2022

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Sudha Nambudiri, it has been over 7 years since your first write-up for us, and your consistent supp...

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October 28, 2022

The use of technology and screens by parents is a topic that deserves thoughtful consideration.

The use of technology and screens by parents is a topic that deserves thoughtful consideration. It's...

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August 9, 2022

“Exploring Thought-Provoking Questions and Answers on the Experiences of Autistic and Neurodivergent Individuals”

It's wonderful to see these thought-provoking questions and answers that provide deep insights into ...

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June 26, 2022

Subject: Request for Appointment to Discuss a Lifespan Approach to Disability

Subject: Request for Appointment to Discuss a Lifespan Approach to Disability   Dear Prof...

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April 4, 2022

“When the Four Pillars of Democracy Collaborate – Legislature, Executive, Judiciary, and the Press – Remarkable Things Happen. Connected with the Best in Each of These Pillars.”

When the four pillars of democracy - the legislature, executive, judiciary, and the press - work as ...

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December 20, 2021

Sudha Nambudiri, I can’t express enough gratitude

Sudha Nambudiri, I can't express enough gratitude for the continuous support you've provided, allowi...

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December 17, 2021

the vulnerabilities that children face and the reasons behind them

The article touches upon a crucial topic that resonates deeply with me. It discusses the vulnerabili...

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May 26, 2021

five essential pointers for parents who may be uncertain about yet another year of online schooling for their children:

In light of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, parents may find themselves grappling with the idea of ho...

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March 30, 2021

article featured in Times of India.

I'm delighted to have the opportunity to contribute to an article featured in Times of India. This a...

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March 15, 2021

“Attention Parents: The One Gift Children Truly Need!”

As a parent, witnessing our children grapple with challenges can evoke powerful emotions. We can all...

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February 13, 2021

Vijayalakshmi Medical Centre

The discussion on fertility and pregnancy period care, hosted by Vijayalakshmi Medical Centre as par...

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December 16, 2020

disruptions in childhood and education

Finally, after an entire year of witnessing disruptions in childhood and education, I'm relieved to ...

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November 15, 2020

our petition to the Chief Minister

Sudha Nambudiri consistently emphasizes crucial issues. In our petition to the Chief Minister back i...

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June 2, 2020

children’s well-being

As an advocate for children's well-being, I have conducted a thorough analysis of a petition address...

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March 30, 2020

“Analysis of Transformation in Approaches to Developing Children with Special Needs by Parents and Professionals.”

During these challenging times, I've witnessed a transformation in the way parents and professionals...

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August 8, 2019

“The Recent Article Prompting Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (KeSCPCR) to Take Swift Action.”

I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to Times of India for providing us a platform to make an im...

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June 14, 2019

Responsible journalism by Ribin Raju of Mathrubhumi News

Responsible journalism can indeed create a significant impact, and Ribin Raju of Mathrubhumi News ha...

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July 12, 2019

guidelines for therapy centers that cater to individuals with special needs and autism

Congratulations to Kerala for taking the lead in framing guidelines for therapy centers that cater t...

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July 8, 2019

positive parenting session organized by The New Indian Express at National School in Perumbavoor, Kerala.

  It's wonderful to see the positive parenting session organized by The New Indian Express a...

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May 16, 2019

innovation has empowered both children and their caregivers.

As I reflect on the role of technology in transforming the landscape of accessibility and inclusion ...

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May 11, 2019

heartwarming to witness the dedication of parents

It is heartwarming to witness the dedication of parents like Fathima who go above and beyond to empo...

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February 12, 2019

Spectrum Spectacle, organized by the Autism Club

I extend my heartfelt thanks to Team NewzHook, including Gayathri Krishna and Shai Venkatraman, for ...

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January 30, 2019

The release of the draft guidelines for therapy centers in Kerala

I'm overwhelmed with gratitude and excitement as we celebrate a milestone in our journey. It's been ...

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October 2, 2018

Parent_Teacher_Partnership

#Parent_Teacher_Partnership #TogetherWeCan   In our joint effort to make a difference,...

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June 23, 2018

article by Remya Harikumar

I am deeply concerned about the pressing issues within therapy centers for children with autism and ...

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June 2, 2018

May_we_grow_Together_as_an #INCLUSIVE_SOCIETY

#May_we_grow_Together_as_an #INCLUSIVE_SOCIETY TogetherWeCan is committed to driving significant ...

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March 13, 2018

some exciting news

I'm thrilled to share some exciting news with all of you - we have won the PIL! 😊 After three lon...

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November 28, 2017

Shradha program

The article discusses the Shradha program, a new initiative by the Directorate of Public Instruction...

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October 31, 2017

debate over corporal punishment in schools.

I appreciate the thoughtful analysis of the newspaper article discussing the debate over corporal pu...

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August 17, 2017

the realm of child therapy

In the realm of child therapy, there exists a burgeoning landscape of interventions aimed at helping...

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July 9, 2017

issue of maltreatment and abuse of special children

The article highlights the disturbing issue of maltreatment and abuse of special children at therapy...

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July 2, 2017

The article covers significant developments related to child rights and therapy centers in Kerala:

The article covers significant developments related to child rights and therapy centers in Kerala: ...

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June 20, 2017

writ petition with the Kerala High Court

As a psychologist and co-founder of Together We Can, I have a deep commitment to ensuring the well-b...

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June 13, 2015

The article from the “Times of India”

The article from the "Times of India" sheds light on several important developments related to disab...

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May 20, 2017

#THANKYOU #TOI for taking this up.

In today's digital age, it's crucial to recognize the profound impact that social media can have on ...

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April 30, 2017

Transformative Court Order Ensures Child Safety and Parent Training in Kerala

In a momentous turn of events, a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed in Kerala has yielded a tran...

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August 16, 2016

 Summary of KSCPCR Order  

  Summary of KSCPCR Order   The Kerala State Child Rights Protection Commission (KSCPCR) issu...

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August 12, 2016

Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (KSCPCR) Takes Action on Complaint from “Together We Can” (TWC)  

  Summary: Kerala State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (KSCPCR) Takes Action on Complai...

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August 2, 2016

News Report Summary: Regulation of Therapy Centers for Special Children

A year ago, an expert committee from the district health department emphasized the immediate need fo...

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October 18, 2022

Puberty is never a ‘women’s’ business, but a natural process that happens in both genders

The excitement of discovering your name in print media is truly a super thrill! But it can also lead...

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May 16, 2015

Doctor’s Talk

Doctor's Talk is a health and fitness chat show that airs on Kairali TV. Hosted by Dr. Ganesh Das, e...

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April 24, 2015

Kochi Parents Form ‘Together We Can’ Group to Ensure Safe Therapy for Special Needs Children

Introduction: In an effort to ensure safe and effective therapy for children diagnosed with s...

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November 30, 2021

Justice is a Journey not a Verdict

https://www.facebook.com/100004108419899/videos/286991533576968/ I had been going on and on about...

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April 18, 2023

Group raises concerns of special kids

#KOCHI_TogetherWeCan #PHASE#3 Increase Public Support & Interest! A BIG THANK YOU to TOI (Sudh...

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April 28, 2015

Therapy Centers for special kids take “Inclusive” route

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed, citizens can change the world. Indeed, i...

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May 16, 2015

Doctors Talk 2015 May 16th

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0fhUe1YbSDY...

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May 20, 2015

Action against illegal therapy centres

When a group of committed , proactive people from the Media, Activists, Professionals working in t...

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May 22, 2015

Parents of special children open up on therapy centres

After reading this article several well meaning people came up to us and said -: …."You people ...

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