The Disability Rights Association of Goa (DRAG) has been honoured with the Goa Leadership Awards 2026 in the Best Grassroots Impact and Community Service category, recognising its 22-year commitment to promoting the rights, inclusion, and empowerment of persons with disabilities across Goa.
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Joshua D’Cruz of Moira Makes Goa Proud — First Person with Disability from Goa to Pass JEE (Advanced)
Joshua D’Cruz from Moira secured an impressive 69th rank in the CRL‑PWD category of the All India JEE (Advanced) 2026. A student of St. Xavier’s H.S.S., Mapusa, and Holy Cross Convent High School, Bastora, Joshua is also a talented musician who plays six instruments. Disability Rights Association of Goa congratulates him and wishes him success as he prepares to join an IIT.
DRAG Hosts EMPOWER 2026 Annual Get-Together for Persons with Disabilities
Disability Rights Association of Goa (DRAG) organised EMPOWER 2026 at Shubham Jinn Ashram, Agacaim, fostering inclusion, awareness, and empowerment through interactive sessions, health check-ups, and community bonding.
National Petalists Day Celebrated in Goa, Marking 10 Years of Inclusive Livelihoods for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
Craftizen Foundation marked a decade of the Petalists Livelihood Programme in Goa with a special National Petalists Day celebration at the Museum of Goa, highlighting inclusive, craft-based livelihood opportunities for adults with intellectual disabilities.
Ritesh Narayan Vaigankar Conferred State Award for Best Employee – Persons with Disabilities
Vocational Instructor at Bicholim Government ITI, Ritesh Narayan Vaigankar, was honoured with the State Award for Best Employee – Persons with Disabilities during the Republic Day celebrations in Goa, recognising his dedication, service, and commitment to inclusion.