The International Pride Awards recently honored five incredible individuals who have fearlessly championed LGBTIQ+ equality worldwide, often at great personal risk. A joint initiative by ILGA World and the United Nations Development Program – UNDP, this event celebrates courage, resilience, and impact.

Aaditya Rai, a deserving awardee from Nepal, is an emerging leader whose advocacy for LGBTIQ+ individuals with disabilities is truly groundbreaking. As an indigenous, genderfluid man living with disabilities, Aaditya founded Rainbow Disability Nepal, the country’s first charity dedicated to empowering LGBTIQ+ people with disabilities.

Your dedication and pioneering spirit are an inspiration to us all, Aaditya! This honor is truly well-deserved. Here’s to many more milestones as you continue breaking barriers and building a more inclusive world!

Below is the interview Aaditya gave about his inspiring journey and his work toward a more inclusive world 🎥: