

Building Bonds Beyond Barriers – The Inspiring Journey of Buddy Up Founders, Gopika and Moneisha
In this month’s Success Story segment, we bring you a heartwarming story of friendship, resilience, and purpose. A journey led by two inspiring mothers who turned their personal challenges into a movement that celebrates connection and inclusion. Meet Gopika Kapoor and Moneisha Nagar, co-founders of Buddy Up , a unique social platform designed to help people with disabilities build friendships, communities, and a true sense of belonging. Their story is not just about creatin

1SpecialPlace
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News of the month November 2025
News of the Month November 2025 brings a compelling collection of stories, breakthroughs, and inspiring moments from the world of disability inclusion, neurodiversity, healthcare, and education. This News of the month shines a spotlight on children and young adults taking the lead from art exhibitions and kitchen takeovers to national sports championships showcasing their talents, resilience, and creativity. Alongside these uplifting stories, November also highlights vital re

1SpecialPlace
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Inspiring Down Syndrome Success Story of Sania Khimji
At 1SpecialPlace, we are honoured to celebrate extraordinary individuals who inspire change and redefine possibilities. This month, our Success Story features Sania Khimji an artist, model, influencer, and powerful advocate for inclusion, who proudly lives with Down syndrome. Her story is a vibrant celebration of courage, creativity, and confidence. Meet Sania Khimji “Hello, my name is Sania Khimj i, and I’m proud to be an artist, model, influencer, and advocate for inclusio

1SpecialPlace
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How Does Speech Therapy Help in Down Syndrome?
Speech Therapy for Down Syndrome During COVID-19 The COVID-19 pandemic has been a stressful time for everyone. For individuals with special needs, the challenges have been even greater, as most support and habilitation services were unavailable. This situation has increased anxiety among parents and caregivers waiting for therapy sessions to resume fully. While no one knows when things will return to “normal,” it has become clear that we must adapt to the new normal. On a bri
varsha srivastava
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News of the Month May 2025
Voices of Change: Top Disability & Neurodiversity News of the month May 2025 At 1SpecialPlace, we’re committed to bringing you the most...
varsha srivastava
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Unnati’s Journey: A Story of Strength, Passion, and Breaking Barriers
Every child is unique, with dreams that shape their journey. Unnati, a young girl with Down syndrome, is a shining example of how...
varsha srivastava
4 min read


News of the month - Jan 2025
Welcome to the latest edition of 1SpecialPlace News of the Month , where we bring you updates on disorders, disabilities, therapy...
varsha srivastava
9 min read


Story of Two Moms and Their Special Boys with disability
Parenting a child with a disability brings its unique set of challenges, but sometimes, it leads to beautiful stories that remind us of...
varsha srivastava
5 min read


Success story of Mudita
We are very excited to present this fantastic interview with Mudita Bagla. She is an amazing single mother of an angel who struggles with...

Varsha S
3 min read


Candid with Mrs. Suruchi Agrawal
We are very excited to bring to you this amazing story of Mrs. Suruchi Agrawal. She is the proud owner of two homegrown start-ups and a...

Ayesha Anjum
5 min read


Life with Burhan
We bring to you this incredible journey of Ms. Khadija, a wonderful mother, and a true inspiration for all women. She candidly talks...

Ayesha Anjum
3 min read


OT Activities for Down’s Syndrome
The OT activities in Down syndrome target limitations and improve the functioning of individuals. The cause for Down’s is trisomy of the...

Dr. Amruta Tamboli
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