Ep. 1 | Promoting Life Skills-Based Education (LSBE) | Deaf Youth Dialogue Pakistan

Deaf Youth Dialogue Pakistan: A Deaf Podcast by Deaf Youth, for Deaf Youth

This podcast series is a unique and inclusive initiative focused on addressing Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights (SRHR) issues and youth within the Deaf community. Designed to raise awareness, foster meaningful dialogue, and disseminate vital information, the series ensures accessibility for Deaf and hard-of-hearing youth.
It is part of the regional campaign ‘The Power of Sign for SRHR Campaign 2023–2025’, implemented across Pakistan, Bhutan, Nepal, and other countries in the Asia-Pacific region.

Episode 1: Promoting Life Skills-Based Education (LSBE)
In this opening episode of our Podcast series, host Mr. Ali engages in an insightful conversation with Ms. Aqsa (Member, YPEER Pakistan & National Trainer) on how LSBE helps Deaf youth navigate daily life with confidence. The episode sheds light on key life skills, their connection to SRHR, and the importance of accessible, inclusive education for Deaf communities.

This episode includes:
✅ A breakdown of core life skills such as communication, decision-making, empathy, and problem-solving.
✅ Discussion on how LSBE supports informed choices and SRHR awareness among Deaf youth.
✅ Real-life examples of how LSBE improves self-esteem and independence.
✅ Key insights from a certified YPEER National Trainer.
✅ A fun recap to reinforce learning.

Disclaimer:
This podcast series is part of the Power of Sign for SRHR Campaign 2023–2025, aimed at empowering Deaf and hard-of-hearing youth through inclusive education and dialogue on different components of sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR). The views and experiences shared in each episode are based on the knowledge, training, and personal reflections of Deaf youth, trainers, and activists engaged in the campaigns, activities and trainings conducted by YPEER Pakistan, ISYD and Disabilities2030. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information, some content may evolve or become outdated over time.
You can follow up for our regular updates and opportunities at /ISYDpakistan /ypeerpakistan /disabilities2030

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National Team Members (Pakistan):
• Joshua Dilawar
• Mian Nouman Khalid
• Jayaa Jaggi
• Fatima Yaseen
• Hafiz Muhammad Talha
• Jennifer Wycliffe

International Team Members (Outside Pakistan):
• Awnu Shrestha (Anju)
• Fura Sherpa
• Sangeet Kayastha

Voiceover
• Altaf Umar
• Fatima Yaseen

Camera, Edits and Technical Assistance
• Sajawal Waseem
• Kashif
• Arfan

Interpretation by ConnectHear

Organizing Organizations:
• Working Group on Disabilities and 2030 Agenda, Pakistan Chapter (Disabilities 2030)
• Youth Peer Education Network - Pakistan (Y-PEER Pakistan)
• Institute for Social and Youth Development (ISYD)

Collaborating Organizations:
• Asia Pacific Hub on Peer Education (PeerEducation.online)
• YPEER Asia Pacific Center, Thailand (YPEER AP)
• Working Group on Disabilities and 2030 Agenda (Disabilities 2030)

Other Partners:
• Youth Lead Thailand
• Robert Carr Fund
• The David and Lucile Packard Foundation
• United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA), Asia Pacific Regional Office

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